Cetaganda by Lois McMaster Bujold

352 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous mysterious fast-paced

Description

When the Cetagandan empress dies, Miles Vorkosigan and his cousin Ivan are sent to Cetaganda for her funeral as diplomatic representatives of Barrayar. Upon arrival, the two men are inexplicably attacked by a servant of the late empress. When the ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,363 reviews

Moods

adventurous 85%
mysterious 56%
funny 47%
tense 29%
lighthearted 25%
emotional 8%
inspiring 8%
challenging 6%
hopeful 6%
reflective 6%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 41%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 57% | A mix: 35% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 60% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 34% | No: 29%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 51% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 18%

Average rating

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