ankh_hpl | My Goodreads review: Cetaganda

Cetaganda by Lois McMaster Bujold

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a reread for me, though my first time listening via Audible. After reading the earlier Vorkosigan books during stressful times in grad school, & finishing the series as each book was published, I find myself turning back to this deeply satisfying space opera series in audio format. And, once again, it hasn't failed me.

This particular entry in Miles' adventures is less action-oriented & more of a mystery, with some fine worldbuilding. Bujold manages to create a nearly alien society inhabited by humans, though these humans are intentionally distancing themselves genetically from the rest of the species. Miles, himself the product of another nearly alien "species" -- the Vor -- must find his way through the rules & the clues, with a great deal of wit & desperation.

That said, this is not the place to start reading the Vorkosigan Saga. Though Bujold includes quite a bit of explanatory material, personal relationships & recent military events are vital to the enjoyment of this one. Start with Shards of Honor, please. You'll be glad you did.

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