Barrayar by Lois McMaster Bujold

11 hours, 40 minutes first pub 1991 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced

Description

Political intrigue, culture clash and romance make a stirring mix in this award-winning follow-up novel to the acclaimed Shards of Honor. In the wake of interplanetary war, former commander Cordelia Naismith has deserted her own planet to marr...

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Moods

adventurous 95%
emotional 46%
tense 43%
funny 27%
hopeful 23%
dark 22%
challenging 12%
reflective 10%
inspiring 9%
mysterious 6%
sad 6%
lighthearted 5%
informative 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 69%
fast 25%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 67% | Plot: 20% | Character: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 67% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 19%

Average rating

4.21

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