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narcobunbun 's review for:
The Burning God
by R.F. Kuang
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The Burning God wraps up Kuang's Poppy War trilogy with a powerful emotional punch that left me stunned. Rin's journey comes full circle in this brutal finale, and Kuang's talent for showing humanity at both its worst and best is simply masterful. The way she weaves historical influences with fantasy while keeping everything grounded in raw emotion makes this series stand out in a crowded genre.
Finishing this book felt like losing friends I'd grown to love over three incredible novels. There's an emptiness that comes after completing a trilogy this good—you've watched these characters grow, suffer, and sometimes self-destruct. Kuang doesn't offer easy answers, and that's why the ending works so perfectly. If you haven't started this series yet, clear your schedule and prepare for a story that will haunt you long after the final page.
Finishing this book felt like losing friends I'd grown to love over three incredible novels. There's an emptiness that comes after completing a trilogy this good—you've watched these characters grow, suffer, and sometimes self-destruct. Kuang doesn't offer easy answers, and that's why the ending works so perfectly. If you haven't started this series yet, clear your schedule and prepare for a story that will haunt you long after the final page.