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Опиумная война by R.F. Kuang

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Loveable characters: Complicated
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Strong character development: Yes
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Diverse cast of characters: Yes
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Diverse cast of characters: Yes
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This is the most impactful book I've read in a decade 


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“I have become something wonderful, she thought. I have become something terrible.“

Kuang creates an immersive world full of conflict, war, politics, and destruction that you are thrust into from the very first sentence. Within her diverse and extraordinary world building, is complex and diverse characters navigating a cruel and dark world. She does not create a hero in the FMC - Rin - she creates a woman - in all her rights and horrible wrongs - flawed and imperfect, yet relatable and lovable still. History mixed with exaggeration and fiction with immensely creative fantasy and magic sets up The Poppy War to be on the best fantasy books you will ever read. Your heart will break, and your mind will be blown often, but one thing is for sure - this book will not leave you for a long time. 

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Gut wrenching and heartbreaking and brilliant 

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