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

challenging dark sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Messy structure, messy characters. Fast read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: War, Fire/Fire injury, Murder, Slavery, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic friendship, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Sexual violence, Genocide, and Rape