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

adventurous challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

By far the most realistic and brutal depiction of war. I really appreciate the author for what they achieved in portraying the horrific reality of war. The atrocities that take place and the real scars that materialize afterwards and forever shape the ladscape and survivors.
I loved this book for the real emotion it drudged up, you feel and experience the trauma inflicted and experience the heartbreak and desperation. This book will forever change how I rate and review scenes of war in future books.
I also enjoyed the fantasy elements of this book! My questions were slowly answered as Rin discovers herself and her power. 
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