A Civil Campaign: A Comedy of Biology and Manners

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Vorbarr Sultana in spring, this story intertwines romance, ambition, and political intrigue. Lord Miles Vorkosigan grapples with unrequited love for Ekaterin Vorsoisson, who is averse to marriage due to past trauma. Meanwhile, his brother Mark faces his own romantic challenges with Kareen, seeking solutions through a mix of science and clever schemes. As both brothers devise cunning plans to win their loves, themes of desire, societal expectations, and personal growth emerge in a richly developed universe.