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The Poppy War

The Poppy War, Book 1

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The Poppy War

Von: R. F. Kuang
Gesprochen von: Emily Woo Zeller
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Winner of the Reddit Fantasy Award for Best Debut 2018

‘The best fantasy debut of 2018’ – WIRED

A brilliantly imaginative epic fantasy debut, inspired by the bloody history of China’s twentieth century and filled with treachery and magic.

When Rin aced the Keju – the test to find the most talented students in the Empire – it was a shock to everyone: to the test officials, who couldn’t believe a war orphan from Rooster Province could pass without cheating; to Rin’s guardians, who had hoped to get rich by marrying her off; and to Rin herself, who realized she was finally free from a life of servitude. That she got into Sinegard – the most elite military school in Nikan – was even more surprising.

But surprises aren’t always good.

Because being a dark-skinned peasant girl from the south is not an easy thing at Sinegard. Fighting the prejudice of rival classmates, Rin discovers that she possesses a lethal, unearthly power – an aptitude for the nearly-mythical art of shamanism. Exploring the depths of her gift with the help of psychoactive substances and a seemingly insane teacher, Rin learns that gods long thought dead are very much alive – and that mastering these powers could mean more than just surviving school.

For while the Nikara Empire is at peace, the Federation of Mugen still lurks across a narrow sea. The Federation occupied Nikan for decades after the First Poppy War, and only barely lost the continent in the Second. And while most people calmly go about their lives, a few are aware that a Third Poppy War is just a spark away…

©2018 Rebecca Kuang (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers Action & Abenteuer Epic Fantasy Fantasy Historisch Militär

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Kritikerstimmen

‘An outstanding debut’

DAILY MAIL

'Literary super-stardom doesn't seem too far out of her reach now'

THE HERALD

‘A book that will go down as one of the best grimdark/military fantasy debuts of all time’

BOOKNEST

‘A masterpiece by grimdark’s newest and perhaps darkest daughter’

FANTASY BOOK REVIEW

‘A wholly unique experience’

THE WASHINGTON POST

‘This first book in The Poppy War trilogy won numerous debut awards when it was published in 2018, and upon reading it you quickly understand why’

WOMAN & HOME

‘R.F. Kuang’s fresh approach to magic and hard-hitting story is a punch to the gut fantasy has needed for a long time. I can’t wait for THE DRAGON REPUBLIC’

Peter V. Brett, bestselling author of The Demon Cycle

‘Enthralling from start to finish … I thought myself prepared. I was now. R.F. Kuang’s debut is a masterful must-read, and I’ve no doubt the best is yet to come’

Nicholas Eames, author of KINGS OF THE WYLD

‘A blistering, powerful epic of war and revenge that will captivate you to the bitter end’

Kameron Hurley, author of THE LIGHT BRIDAGE

‘Fresh, assured, character-driven fantasy that’s choc full of magic, war, and betrayal. I loved it from start to finish’

Peter Newman, author of THE VAGRANT

‘A powerful, emotional journey, compellingly written’

Adrian Tchaikovsky, award-winning author of THE CHILDREN OF TIME

‘An original and engrossing tale of the coming of age of a talented young soldier amid the horrors of invasion and genocide’

Anna Stephens, author of GODBLIND

‘I so enjoyed The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang … It is all about survival, and how a person’s will and determination can change the course of their life. I loved the central character, felt her pain and her far-too-brief moments of joy, and just loved how Kuang breathes fresh life into the warrior training school … Highly recommended’

John Gwynne, author of MALICE

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overall really enjoyed the book and narrator, always wanted to keep listening. storywise i only disliked that the MC is so whiny and cries all the time.
The narration was also rather good although a bit to fast at times and when characters screamed I really disliked the weird whisper scream she went for.

engaging Story

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I hold so much love for both the author and the plot. It truly is one of the most amazing literary works I have ever read and listened to. You see I am a repeat offender when it comes to this book, in spite of usually disliking rereading a book. Personally, I think the person who voiced this book did an amazing job portraying both Rin’s internal struggles and voicing the different characters. This book should definitely be on your tbr!!

This is perfection

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Ich fand den Spannundbogen eher enttäuschend und einige Dinge wurden sehr übereilt. Ich werde das nächste Buch nicht nehmen...

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The various voices done in this audiobook are super annoying, it is hard for me to keep listening even though I’m interested in the story

Like the story, hate the performer

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I love the poppy war trilogy so much it hurts
all the characters are amazing
I CAN’T SAY I LOVE IT ENOUGH TIMES
It’s literally perfect

MY FAVORITE OF ALL TIME

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oh my God is this book terrible.
I didn't manage to finish it because it's a strange mixture of Harry Potter, Divergent and maybe some other adult series I don't know, but set in medieval China, so that everything, EVERYTHING feels absolutely fake.
The reader does her best, but you can't do much with a book whose ridiculous premise is that the future generals of the Empire are selected not because of their military prowess but through a test where the biggest part is literature.
Don't make my same mistake: don't waste your money on this

terribile, terribile book

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It is hard to follow the story line when there are so many names and they sometimes sound the same.
I do not understand the main character's reasons for her actions. And also this story is quite brutal.
Just not my type of book.

Confusing

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