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The Poppy War: A Favorite of Young Fantasy Readers - R.F. Kuang's Gripping Trilogy

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The Poppy War: A Favorite of Young Fantasy Readers - R.F. Kuang's Gripping Trilogy
Hello! Today, I will give you some information about the "The Poppy War" trilogy, whose first book is "The Poppy War", that fantasy literature lovers can enjoy. Written by R.F. Kuang, the book carries echoes of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Shaman King, and Harry Potter, while captivating young readers with its gripping story.

The book is based on the Sino-Japanese War that took place during World War II. The main character of the story, Rin, comes from the Dragon Province, one of the 12 provinces of the Empire. Rin is an orphan who has been left alone during the Poppy War and has grown up in the midst of the pain brought about by this war. While fighting with her hatred, she develops herself to become a powerful warrior and faces many challenges at school.

There are also many characters in the book who are darker-skinned than the people living in the area where Rin lives. R.F. Kuang has managed to handle the theme of racism more realistically than in Harrow.

Among the similarities of The Poppy War are that it is the author's first novel and was nominated for Nebula and Locus Awards, like Ten Thousand Doors. The main character of the book, Rin, is given the task of uniting the provinces against the attacks of the Mugen Federation in the east.

Additionally, the book has many similarities with Avatar: The Last Airbender. The map of the region where the story takes place helps readers understand the history of the region, just like in Avatar. The people living on the Spear Island can use the flames of the Phoenix god, fueled by their anger and hatred.

In conclusion, R.F. Kuang's The Poppy War offers a captivating story that will draw in fantasy literature lovers. The book is recommended for young readers. If you are interested in fantasy literature, don't forget to read The Poppy War!


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