Gentleman Jole and the Red Queen

Gentleman Jole and the Red Queen is a science fiction novel by Lois McMaster Bujold, set in the Vorkosigan Saga universe. It explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of relationships in a richly developed world.

The story follows the aftermath of the events in 'A Civil Campaign' and delves into the lives of Cordelia Naismith Vorkosigan and her late husband, Aral Vorkosigan, as well as the implications of their legacy on their family and society. It introduces new characters and examines the evolving dynamics of love and duty.