A review by lindseyhall44
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang

challenging dark slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

When picking up The Dragon Republic, I was expecting a filler novel like so many other fantasy trilogies. I’m so happy to say that I was wrong. Kuang skillfully explores civilization after war, as well as the evils that come with colonization and a corrupt leader. Nezha’s character development was also extremely strong. I would highly recommend, and I cannot wait to finish out the series.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child death, Death, Genocide, Gore, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Torture, Violence, Blood, Grief, Religious bigotry, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, and War