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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

Paladin of Souls by Lois McMaster Bujold is a landmark work of fantasy, first published in 2004. 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.

Book Details

AuthorLois McMaster Bujold
Published2004
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages436
Category🐉 Fantasy
ISBN9780380818617
Editorial Score66/100
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Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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Country of Origin

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 2004, Lois McMaster Bujold's Paladin of Souls is a work of fantasy that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with faith, duty, redemption, pilgrimage gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: Hugo Award 2004. Its aggregate editorial score of 66/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. The appeal of Paladin of Souls lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of faith, duty, redemption, pilgrimage is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United States's literary landscape, Lois McMaster Bujold occupies a significant position. Paladin of Souls is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Hugo Award
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About the Author
Lois McMaster Bujold
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Lois McMaster Bujold is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of fantasy.

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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.

Where can I buy Paladin of Souls?

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What category is Paladin of Souls?

Paladin of Souls is classified as Fantasy. Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

What country is Paladin of Souls from?

Paladin of Souls originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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