The Poppy War

The Poppy War, which is partially based on the Second Sino-Japanese War, is a darkly compelling story about how war changes people, particularly for the worse. I found it engaging from the very first page, and I enjoyed its rich history and appreciated the boldness of Rin's character progression. Though she makes horrible choices, her choices are hers and are not waved away as having been influenced by her god. I didn't quite LOVE The Poppy War but came close, and it's certainly among the best books I've read this year!

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