
In a world of vengeful gods and bloody wars, Rin battles addiction and betrayal to forge a new republic from the ashes of empire.
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In a world of vengeful gods and bloody wars, Rin battles addiction and betrayal to forge a new republic from the ashes of empire.
Rin’s story continues in this acclaimed sequel to The Poppy War—an epic fantasy combining the history of twentieth-century China with a gripping world of gods and monsters.
The war is over.
The war has just begun.
Three times throughout its history, Nikan has fought for its survival in the bloody Poppy Wars. Though the third battle has just ended, shaman and warrior Rin cannot forget the atrocity she committed to save her people. Now she is on the run from her guilt, the opium addiction...
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Depictions and references to rape, sexual assault, and sexual violence
Graphic, pervasive violence including torture, mutilation, gore, and war atrocities
Moderate cursing and strong language throughout
Central opium addiction, drug use, and withdrawal themes
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Fantasy gods and shamanic rituals as story elements
Shaman powers from gods including the Phoenix; spellcasting central
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Political intrigue, conquest, empire, and republic-building themes
Self-harm, suicidal ideation, suicide attempts and discussions
Rape, torture, human experimentation, animal cruelty, systemic war suffering
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