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A review by sylviacostello
The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I was irritated that the university days are a common trope. Got interesting when war broke out. Then went down hill from there.
Graphic: Genocide, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Sexual violence, Torture, Blood, Murder, War