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Vorkosigan series

Bel Thorne

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Passing by Ollipop

'Thornton Isobel is not looking for a good time. It is not a conduit of galactic peace. It does not represent the harmony or enlightenment of our modern age. It is merely a kid with acne in its stubble and a raging case of PMS.' Bel's a fascinating character who gets all too little fannish attention. This perceptive origin story really gets into its head, and presents a plausible reason for its devotion to Miles

[Added 21/05/2015; Character Piece; 1000-2500; Vorkosigan series; Characters: Bel Thorne, Ky Tung, Yuan Oser, Admiral Naismith]