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Fantasy· United States

Paladin of Souls

by Lois McMaster Bujold
Aggregate Editorial Score66/100
★Hugo Award
Published 2004436 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 2004, Paladin of Souls established Lois McMaster Bujold as one of the defining voices in fantasy. The Dowager Royina Ista, freed from the ghost-haunting that consumed her life, embarks on a pilgrimage that becomes a spiritual and military adventure in Bujold's Hugo Award–winning sequel to The Curse of Chalion. A mature, beautifully plotted fantasy about faith, duty, and redemption. Themes of faith, duty, redemption run through the work. The book has received recognition from Hugo Award 2004.

Awards & Recognition

Hugo Award
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About the Author
Lois McMaster Bujold
United States
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Designed to Feel
Bestseller by Peter Burchardt
Designed to Feel
Why Evolution Built Your Emotions, and How to Make Them Work for You
“The most eye-opening book on emotions I’ve ever read.”
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paladin of Souls about?

The Dowager Royina Ista, freed from the ghost-haunting that consumed her life, embarks on a pilgrimage that becomes a spiritual and military adventure in Bujold's Hugo Award–winning sequel to The Curse of Chalion. A mature, beautifully plotted fantasy about faith, duty, and redemption.

Who wrote Paladin of Souls?

Paladin of Souls was written by Lois McMaster Bujold, from United States. First published in 2004.

What awards has Paladin of Souls won?

Paladin of Souls has received the following awards and honours: Hugo Award 2004.

Is Paladin of Souls worth reading?

Paladin of Souls is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 55/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in faith, duty, redemption.