The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang
The book is a fantasy novel set in a world inspired by China's 20th century history. The protagonist, a war orphan, defies societal expectations by acing the empire-wide examination and earning a place at the prestigious military academy. However, her triumph is short-lived as she becomes embroiled in a violent conflict, which forces her to delve into the depths of her own magical abilities, inspired by shamanism. The story intertwines the brutal realities of war, mythology, and the exploration of power in a deeply divided society.
The 6910th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 544
- Words
- 160,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 27th on The 40 Best Novels of the 2010s (Paste Magazine)
- 61st on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)
- Your 50 Favorite Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of The Past Decade(2011-2021) (NPR)