A review by helenfred
The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

Blown away. It's been a long time since I read proper fantasy and this was INTENSE. Dark, brutal and absolutely insane at times, but so interesting. I never quite knew where the story was going at any time. Excited for The Dragon Republic!
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