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A review by aspenpastore
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
loved it! Kuang is fantastic and am so invested in the characters. I like how rooted in history the book is and how it personalizes history while adding elements of fantasy. Such an amazing story!
I would say I liked this more than The Poppy War because the characters are all more developed, and we start to see them politicking, strategizing, and scheming. It gave Game of Thrones vibes for sure. The religious bigotry complicates the story and makes me absolutely hate the hesparians. I’m european and it forced me to confront the disgusting crimes and bigotry of my ancestors. Which is challenging but necessary.
I would say I liked this more than The Poppy War because the characters are all more developed, and we start to see them politicking, strategizing, and scheming. It gave Game of Thrones vibes for sure. The religious bigotry complicates the story and makes me absolutely hate the hesparians. I’m european and it forced me to confront the disgusting crimes and bigotry of my ancestors. Which is challenging but necessary.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Violence, and Addiction
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Religious bigotry, Torture, and Rape