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A review by podanotherjessi
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
fast-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
4.75
Even better than the first one! You know the characters already, so they gain so much more depth in this book. The plot is much more consistent as well, creating a coherent story. The plot was much more enticing over all. I really liked the first book, but I loved this one.
Characters: 10
Plot: 9
Setting: 10
General appeal: 10
Writing style: 9
Originality: 10
Ending: 8
Spoiler free, The Poppy War trilogy review: https://youtu.be/H0xdme4atzo
Characters: 10
Plot: 9
Setting: 10
General appeal: 10
Writing style: 9
Originality: 10
Ending: 8
Spoiler free, The Poppy War trilogy review: https://youtu.be/H0xdme4atzo
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Child death, Confinement, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gore, Physical abuse, Racism, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Xenophobia, Blood, and Medical content
Moderate: Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, and Abortion