Cetaganda by Lois McMaster Bujold

319 pages first pub 1995 (editions) user-added

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Miles Vorkosigan and his cousin Ivan are sent on a diplomatic mission to the court of the Cetagandan Empire, Barrayar's former enemy. This sophisticated, genetically advanced but in many ways alien society both fascinates and repels, and when the ...

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Moods

adventurous 90%
funny 58%
mysterious 53%
lighthearted 29%
tense 29%
hopeful 7%
emotional 6%
inspiring 6%
challenging 4%
reflective 4%
informative 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 51%
medium 45%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 51% | A mix: 38% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 44% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 26%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 52% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.99

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