A review by stories_of_the_soul27
The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang

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

5.0

This is a BRILLIANT piece of literature!!!!! Writing a historical fantasy based on the real life atrocities (war crimes) committed by Japan on China and spreading the history worldwide is a genius move! The writing, unfurling of the plot, introduction of varied characters is so neatly done. Was this her debut novel? Miss Kuang is BRILLIANT!!