The Physicians of Vilnoc by Lois McMaster Bujold

The Physicians of Vilnoc

Penric & Desdemona #9

Lois McMaster Bujold

224 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy adventurous fast-paced

Description

When a mysterious plague breaks out in the army fort guarding Vilnoc, the port capital of the duchy of Orbas, Temple sorcerer Penric and his demon Desdemona are called upon by General Arisaydia to resurrect Penric's medical skills and solve its le...

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Community Reviews Summary of 312 reviews

Moods

adventurous 61%
tense 41%
emotional 33%
mysterious 30%
hopeful 25%
lighthearted 20%
funny 17%
dark 15%
inspiring 15%
challenging 12%
informative 7%
reflective 7%
sad 7%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 36%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 48% | A mix: 32% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 26%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 65% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 15%

Average rating

4.1

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