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

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

4.25

I'm amazed at how quickly I've been devouring this trilogy. Military-focused stories are not my usual book fare, but this trilogy has been really doing it for me. Kuang manages to weave a tale that is both fast-paced, yet still digestible. I love the way she blends history and military strategy with fantasy elements and shamanistic magic. It's surprisingly engrossing. And I think that Rin as a main character is excellent; she pisses me off so much, but I want to see her win so badly. 
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