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One of Time Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, this debut from R.F. Kuang is an epic historical military fantasy inspired by China's tumultuous twentieth century, filled with treachery and magic. When Rin, a war orphan from Rooster Province, unexpectedly excels in the Keju—an Empire-wide test for the most talented youth—her life changes dramatically. Accepted into Sinegard, the elite military school, she faces prejudice as a dark-skinned peasant girl. Targeted by classmates for her background, Rin discovers her extraordinary talent for shamanism, a nearly-mythical art. With the help of an unconventional teacher and psychoactive substances, she learns that long-forgotten gods are alive and that mastering her powers could be crucial for survival. While the Nikara Empire appears peaceful, the looming threat of the Federation of Mugen, which previously occupied Nikan, casts a shadow. Most citizens remain oblivious to the brewing tension, but Rin understands that a Third Poppy War could ignite at any moment. As she delves deeper into her abilities, particularly those linked to the vengeful Phoenix, she grapples with the cost of her newfound power and the potential loss of her humanity.

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The Poppy War, Rebecca Kuang

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Année de publication
2025
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Abîmé
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Langue
Anglais
Publié
2025
Format
souple
Pages
640
ISBN10
0063429144
ISBN13
9780063429147
Séries
Poppy War
Première publication
2018
Titre original
The Poppy War
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4,35 sur 5
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One of Time Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, this debut from R.F. Kuang is an epic historical military fantasy inspired by China's tumultuous twentieth century, filled with treachery and magic. When Rin, a war orphan from Rooster Province, unexpectedly excels in the Keju—an Empire-wide test for the most talented youth—her life changes dramatically. Accepted into Sinegard, the elite military school, she faces prejudice as a dark-skinned peasant girl. Targeted by classmates for her background, Rin discovers her extraordinary talent for shamanism, a nearly-mythical art. With the help of an unconventional teacher and psychoactive substances, she learns that long-forgotten gods are alive and that mastering her powers could be crucial for survival. While the Nikara Empire appears peaceful, the looming threat of the Federation of Mugen, which previously occupied Nikan, casts a shadow. Most citizens remain oblivious to the brewing tension, but Rin understands that a Third Poppy War could ignite at any moment. As she delves deeper into her abilities, particularly those linked to the vengeful Phoenix, she grapples with the cost of her newfound power and the potential loss of her humanity.