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

dark reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Wow this was crazy. A fantastic but very dark read that makes you reflect on war and history. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Drug abuse, Gore, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual violence, Murder, Religious bigotry, Sexual assault, Drug use, Genocide, Injury/Injury detail, Torture, Violence, War, and Xenophobia