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The Burning God (The Poppy War, #3)

R. F. Kuang
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The Burning God (The Poppy War, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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R. F. Kuang

The Burning God (The Poppy War, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

622

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nikan • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

R. F. Kuang's The Burning God is the third book in the Poppy War series. It follows Rin, a shaman and soldier, as she navigates the challenges of civil war, power struggles, and personal vengeance. The novel explores themes of identity, revenge, and the complexities of leadership in a war-torn society.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

112,028 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Burning God by R. F. Kuang is a powerful conclusion to The Poppy War trilogy, praised for its intense narrative and complex characters. Critics highlight Kuang's skillful mix of history and fantasy, though some note the graphic violence may be overwhelming for some readers. Despite this, its compelling and thought-provoking storyline has been widely acclaimed.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Burning God (The Poppy War, #3)?

Readers who would enjoy The Burning God by R. F. Kuang are fans of military fantasy with political intrigue and rich world-building. Comparable to those who appreciate the intense, dark themes in George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series or the complex characters in Robin Hobb's Farseer Trilogy.

4.3

112,028 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

622

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nikan • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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