A review by theliterarysewist
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark emotional funny mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

If I could summarize this book in one phrase, it would be “Rin just can’t catch a freakin break!” Such a great second novel! It’s brutal in so many ways but it hits hard and makes you look a little deeper than the surface of the story. But damn… I want to hug Rin and make it all be ok!!!