Barrayar

A Vorkosigan Adventure

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Barrayar

By: Lois McMaster Bujold

Narrated by: Grover Gardner

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Political intrigue, culture clash and romance make a stirring mix in this award-winning follow-up novel to the acclaimed Shards of Honor.

In the wake of interplanetary war, former commander Cordelia Naismith has deserted her own planet to marry the leader of the defeated enemy, Aral Vorkosigan. On his home planet of Barrayar, two rival factions are eyeing the recently vacated throne, and Aral, recently appointed Regent of Barrayar by the Emperor on his deathbed, must stand between them.

Lord and Lady Vorkosigan, Aral and Cordelia struggle to establish stability in a fragile government thrown into confusion by the transition of power and the threat of civil war. When a palace coup endangers the government, their lives, and her unborn son, Cordelia takes action to secure the safety of her new family and new home.

Lois McMaster BujoldGrover GardnerBlackstone Audio, Inc.Vorkosigan Saga (chronological)

Science Fiction

Fiction

War

Solar System

Government

Science Fiction Fiction War Solar System Government

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1992 Hugo Award, Best Novel

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I have loved this series since I was first introduced to it in the early 2000's. LMB manages to combine sci-fi, and what feels like a historical drama effortlessly, all based around characters who grow and change with the reader. This is where it begins in earnest, and while so many of the books are included with membership, I'd recommend them to anyone without hesitation.