The Warrior's Apprentice by Lois McMaster Bujold

309 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced

Description

Miles Vorkosigan is the leader of a fast growing mercenary force and the hero of an all-out space battle. At the end of the conflict, he heads a fleet of 19 ships and 3,000 troops. The only problem is, it is treason--as in, a hanging offense--to c...

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Moods

adventurous 96%
funny 67%
emotional 34%
tense 33%
lighthearted 19%
hopeful 12%
dark 10%
inspiring 8%
challenging 6%
reflective 6%
mysterious 4%
sad 4%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 71%
medium 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 64% | Character: 23% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 44% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.13

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