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The Dragon Republic is the second novel in R.F. Kuang's Poppy War trilogy, published in 2019. It continues the story of Rin, a shamanic warrior trained at the Nikara Empire's most prestigious military academy, as she navigates alliances, betrayal, and escalating war against the Federation of Mugen,...
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Strong, brutal sequel with historical resonance; protagonist decisions and bleakness divide readers.
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"The Burning God" is a 2020 fantasy novel by R.F. Kuang, serving as the final installment in "The Poppy War" trilogy. The story concludes the narrative of Rin, a shamanic warrior leading the southern forces in a conflict heavily inspired by 20th-century Chinese history. The novel is known for its gr...
Why this score
Powerful but divisive finale, praised for ambition and tragedy; pacing and character extremity reduce consensus.
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