A review by lizshayne
Penric and the Bandit by Lois McMaster Bujold

adventurous funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Any opportunity for a new Penric is fun, even if it is very obvious that Bujold is continuing her "what is the worst thing that I can do to this character" approach to stories.
Also "how bad of a situation can I put the sorcerer who can't kill into and still get him out?"
Could you imagine if Aish had Penric's skill with kiruv, though?