...that I am reading a compilation of romance short stories, I will come to your house and shoot you right in the kneecap. After I put down this kleenex.
(For Lois McMaster Bujold fans, your Vorkosigan Saga collection is not complete without the short, "Winterfair Gifts", contained herein, which takes place at Miles's wedding.)
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My wife leaves these around the house all the time...
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I haven't bought that book simply because I've heard that other than the Bujold story it's mostly dreck. I'm trying to convince myself to spend $8 for a short story. I'm sure I'll give in eventually.
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ReplyDeleteShould be available from your local library. (Why people pay for books when they can read them for free....)
ReplyDeleteAnd no, this isn't one you will want to read over and over and... But it is a good story.
You want the real Bujold romances you need to read The Curse of Challion, Paladin of Souls and The Hallowed Hunt (Though I don't know if I can recommend the last one. The first 2 are good, considering there are no space battles, and no Miles VK.
ReplyDeleteSo, I guess I'd better not set up www.tamarakreadsromancesandcries.com ?
ReplyDeleteIn order for me to read 'Winterfair Gifts' Ms. Bujold will have to include it in her next collection of short stories.
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ReplyDeletethe short story as an ebook