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

adventurous challenging dark medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

There were moments where this book grabbed me and made me want to keep reading, but it was inconsistent. There should be many trigger warnings about this book. And also that content made the character development justified / appropriate. At the same time it was thoroughly unpleasant to read.

A mix of fantasy and tragedy, warfare and death, this is an intense story and I’m not sure I have the heart for another.
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