The Physicians of Vilnoc: A Penric & Desdemona Novella in the World of the Five Gods by Lois McMaster Bujold

The Physicians of Vilnoc: A Penric & Desdemona Novella in the World of the Five Gods

Penric & Desdemona #9

Lois McMaster Bujold

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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 461 reviews

Moods

adventurous 58%
tense 47%
emotional 40%
mysterious 34%
hopeful 23%
dark 21%
funny 18%
lighthearted 18%
reflective 16%
challenging 14%
inspiring 14%
sad 7%
informative 5%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 32%
slow 3%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 35% | Character: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 42% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 26%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 20%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 15%

Average rating

4.07

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