The Poppy War

Winner of the Reddit Fantasy Award for Best Debut in 2018, this imaginative epic fantasy explores a young war orphan named Rin who gains admission to the prestigious military school of Sinegard. As she navigates prejudice and uncovers her extraordinary shamanic abilities, Rin becomes entangled in a world where gods are real and ancient conflicts threaten to ignite a new war. Filled with treachery, magic, and a rich historical backdrop inspired by China's tumultuous twentieth century, the story promises an engaging journey through power and destiny.