A review by joannneuroth
Captain Vorpatril's Alliance by Lois McMaster Bujold

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

These are just such rollicking tales -- the whole series (of which this is evidently #16).  I'm not sure but believe it's self-contained enough that you could enjoy it without any previous background on the characters and culture and planetary systems involved.  But why do that?  Treat yourself and begin at the beginning:  Cordelia's Honor.