The Warrior's Apprentice by Lois McMaster Bujold

372 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced
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Between the seemingly impossible tasks of living up to his warrior-father's legend and surmounting his own physical limitations, Miles Vorkosigan faces some truly daunting challenges. Shortly after his arrival on Beta Colony, Miles unexpectedly fi...

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Moods

adventurous 97%
funny 65%
emotional 34%
tense 33%
lighthearted 21%
hopeful 11%
dark 10%
inspiring 10%
challenging 6%
reflective 5%
sad 5%
mysterious 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 64%
medium 33%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Character: 22% | Plot: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 1% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 22% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.14

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