Barrayar

A Vorkosigan Adventure

De: Lois McMaster Bujold

Narrado por: Grover Gardner

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.

Hi-fi sci-fi: listen to more in the Vorkosigan saga.©1991 Lois McMaster Bujold (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

1992 Hugo Award, Best Novel

Excellent backfill story

An excellent back-fill of Miles' origins. I really liked how characters that play a big role later in Miles' life are introduced and developed here. Cordelia is also interesting as a character on her own - trying to make it in a world very different from her home planet.

There is no confusion as to what political stance Bujold holds, but it isn't overwhelming or condescending. There's enough action and suspense to keep the story moving forward, but the book has a huge character and society development component to it. After the denouement there is still quite a bit of "story" to read - there is no action or suspense in this part, but it's very interesting if you really want to know how Miles (and his compatriots) came to be.

The narrator is the same as in the rest of the Miles' books - he does a good job but, since the main character is Cordelia, it was a bit odd to hear the voice I associated with Miles in the other books when Cordelia was talking.

I love the Vorkosigan stories

I love these stories, super characters, well fleshed out and brought to life by Grover Gardeners reading.

Good story

Predictable plot, but still entertaining. The narrator performed well and made the story worth listening to.

Lady Cordelia goes Shopping

This is the novel that got me started on the series. Talk about STRONG female leads!

It's worth it

I enjoyed the first (free) book so much that I signed up for this. The story is well written and flows wonderfully. The narrator is excellent.

My favorite, of the whole Vorkosigan series

Would you consider the audio edition of Barrayar to be better than the print version?

yes

What did you like best about this story?

it's often surprising, and funny, and gives great insight into the characters, with lots of action, too

What about Grover Gardner’s performance did you like?

great with the voices, the pacing ... making the book even better, without putting his performance in the forefront.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Any additional comments?

I've read them all, and the audio versions are even better than print.

Love the Vorkosian books

Characters are interesting and intriguing. A great collection of space operas across the Bariarian galaxy.

If I trusted hollywood I'd want this as a film

Series is quickly climbing up to my favourite scifi series list, best book so far without a doubt

The best series you could choose

The entire series including this book is well written in every way and narrated masterfully. I’m listening to it for the 3rd time.

Amazing and Vibrant

An absolutely gorgeous space opera. Bujold’s world building is so dynamic and richly appointed. I cannot get enough of her writing.