In this episode, I’m diving into The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang—an unforgettable fantasy that blends military strategy, emotional trauma, and raw power. If you’re looking for a dark, thought-provoking read with complex characters and devastating stakes, this is the discussion for you.

Cyn's Workshop

01.07.2025

The Poppy War: Brutal, Brilliant, Unforgettable - Cyn's Workshop

Dark, devastating, and absolutely gripping—The Poppy War is a fantasy novel that doesn’t pull its punches. In this review, I dive into the trauma, the magic, and why this book is still worth every page.

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30.06.2025

Bruised Hearts: Chapter Three - Cyn's Workshop

As old tensions resurface and new alliances form, Silvia and her friends must face the fallout from broken relationships, unexpected reunions, and the messy reality of high school life.

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29.06.2025

Review of 'The Poppy War' - Cyn's Workshop

A raw, haunting, and emotionally gripping story that explores the brutal realities of war and the moral cost of survival through a fiercely complex heroine.

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28.06.2025

Owlcrate 'Where The Library Hides' Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Woo! It has arrived! Check out all the details of my Owlcrate Exclusive copy of ‘Where The Library Hides.’

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27.06.2025

Read with Cyn’s Workshop July Book Club Pick - Cyn's Workshop

Hi everyone! I hope you will all join my book club in reading Salvación. Check out what is is all about and join in the fun!

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26.06.2025

Blood of Hercules Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we're reviewing Blood of Hercules, and let me say, I hated this book, and it was a complete waste of my time

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25.06.2025

This Book....Waste of My Time | Blood of Hercules Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing Blood of Hercules, and let me say, I hated this book, and it was a complete waste of my time

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24.06.2025

Review of 'Blood of Hercules' - Cyn's Workshop

Blood of Hercules is a fantasy steeped in Greek mythology that follows many morally gray characters, including a character named Alexis, as she proves her worth to those on Olympus.

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23.06.2025

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Eight - Cyn's Workshop

Selene and Jason reunite...

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22.06.2025

'Fortunes Found' | November 2024 Adult Fairyloot Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Check out the unboxing of my November 2024 Adult FairyLoot subscription! The theme was "Fortunes Found." Check out what it's all about, and if you're interested, click the link below to join. Happy reading!

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21.06.2025

Immortal Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we're reviewing Immortal, a great standalone that takes place in the Celestial Kingdom but stands on its own, featuring great characters and high stakes.

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20.06.2025

A Great Standalone | Immortal Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing Immortal, a great standalone that takes place in the Celestial Kingdom but stands on its own, featuring great characters and high stakes.

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19.06.2025

Review of 'Immortal' - Cyn's Workshop

Immortal is an Asian-inspired romantasy following Liyen, the heir to the Tianxia throne, as she tries to free her kingdom from the clutches of the Celestial realm.

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18.06.2025

'Dressed For Revenge' | November 2024 Owlcrate Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Check out the unboxing of my November 2024 Owcrate subscription! The theme is "Dressed For Revenge." Learn what it's all about, and if you're interested, click the link below to join. Happy reading!

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17.06.2025

The Girl with No Reflection Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we’re reviewing The Girl with No Reflection, an interesting story that falls short due to a too stubborn female main character.

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16.06.2025

Bruised Hearts: Chapter Two - Cyn's Workshop

Lucita tries to make peace with Becs, but she's not having it...

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15.06.2025

A Bit of a Letdown | The Girl With No Reflection Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing The Girl with No Reflection, an interesting story that falls short due to a too stubborn female main character.

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14.06.2025

Review of 'The Girl with No Reflection' - Cyn's Workshop

The Girl with No Reflection is reminiscent of MirrorMask by Jim Henson, telling the story of a princess who is drawn into the realm behind the mirror and must find a way to stop the war between the two worlds.

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13.06.2025

FairyLoot's ‘Crowns of Nyaxia’ Exclusive Edition Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Woohoo! My FairyLoot's 'Crowns of Nyaxia’ Exclusive Edition has arrived. This exclusive was brought to life by https://www.instagram.com/torbooks and https://www.instagram.com/carissabroadbentbooks!

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12.06.2025

Heir of Storms Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we're reviewing Heir of Storms, a compelling fantasy in which one girl finds courage and strength in her power and regains control of the storm.

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11.06.2025

June TBR Hopefuls! Wish Me Luck! - Cyn's Workshop

Check out my #JuneTBRlist! All right, I'm going a little overboard with my expectations, but when am I not? 😜 Wish me luck!

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10.06.2025

May Reading Wrap Up - Cyn's Workshop

Hey there, everyone! Check out my May Wrap-Up, a quick check-in on how my reading went, plus a few star ratings. Happy reading!

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09.06.2025

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Seven - Cyn's Workshop

Jason is faced with the danger he puts Selene in...

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08.06.2025

Thrilling Elemental Magic Fantasy | Heir of Storms Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing Heir of Storms, a compelling fantasy in which one girl finds courage and strength in her power and regains control of the storm.

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07.06.2025

Book of the Month Poll - June 2025 - Cyn's Workshop

Hello there, avid readers! I hope everyone is having a wonderful time this week. Check out ten carefully selected titles below for July's Book of the Month!

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06.06.2025

Book of the Month - June 2025 - Cyn's Workshop

Happy June, and congrats to The Ground That Devours Us by Kalla Harris, May's book of the month. Check out the details here, and happy reading!

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05.06.2025

Review of 'Heir of Storms' - Cyn's Workshop

A fast-paced fantasy with elemental magic, Heir of Storms pits like against like for crowns of power.

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04.06.2025

'Forbidden Spells' | October 2024 Adult Fairyloot Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Check out the unboxing of my October 2024 Adult FairyLoot subscription! The theme was "Forbidden Spells." Check out what it's all about, and if you're interested, click the link below to join. Happy reading!

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03.06.2025

The Night Ends with Fire Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we're reviewing ⁠⁠The Night Ends with Fire⁠, a new take on the tale of Mulan that digs deep into feminine rage.

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02.06.2025

Bruised Hearts: Chapter One - Cyn's Workshop

Another year, another drama filled year for our high schoolers....

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01.06.2025

Mulan With Feminine Rage | The Night Ends With Fire Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing ⁠⁠The Night Ends with Fire⁠, a new take on the tale of Mulan that digs deep into feminine rage.

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31.05.2025

Review of 'The Nights Ends With Fire' - Cyn's Workshop

A refreshing take on the tale of Mulan, The Night Ends with Fire, follows Meilin as she searches for power and strength in her feminine rage.

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30.05.2025

FairyLoot's ‘Ghostsmith’ Exclusive Edition - Cyn's Workshop

Woohoo! My FairyLoot's 'Ghostsmith’ Exclusive Edition has arrived. This exclusive was brought to life by https://www.instagram.com/nickipaupreto/ and https://www.instagram.com/hodderscape/!

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29.05.2025

Read with Cyn’s Workshop June Book Club Pick - Cyn's Workshop

Hi everyone! I hope you will all join my book club in reading Sleep Like Death. Check out what it is all about and join in the fun!

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28.05.2025

Elektra Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on Spotify, we're reviewing ⁠Elektra, a novel that I enjoyed but didn't love as much as Ariadne.

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27.05.2025

A Hit and A Miss | Elektra Review - Cyn's Workshop

Today on YouTube, we're reviewing ⁠Elektra, a novel that I enjoyed but didn't love as much as Ariadne.

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26.05.2025

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Six - Cyn's Workshop

Selene faces the darkness within her brother...

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25.05.2025

Review of 'Elektra' - Cyn's Workshop

Another great mythological retelling that focuses on the women of the Iliad in Troy and highlights their struggle amongst men.

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24.05.2025

Illumicrate's Afterlight Love Letters Exclusive 'Twelfth Knight' - Cyn's Workshop

Woohoo! My Illumicrate Afterlight Love Letters Exclusive of Twelfth Knight has arrived! I can't begin to tell you how excited I was to see this and share it with you guys! This beautiful set was brought to life with Alexene Farol Follmuth and First Ink.

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Dark Fantasy at Its Finest | The Poppy War Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

The Poppy War: Brutal, Brilliant, Unforgettable - Cyn's Workshop

Bruised Hearts: Chapter Three - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'The Poppy War' - Cyn's Workshop

Owlcrate 'Where The Library Hides' Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Read with Cyn’s Workshop July Book Club Pick - Cyn's Workshop

Blood of Hercules Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

This Book....Waste of My Time | Blood of Hercules Review - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'Blood of Hercules' - Cyn's Workshop

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Eight - Cyn's Workshop

'Fortunes Found' | November 2024 Adult Fairyloot Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Immortal Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

A Great Standalone | Immortal Review - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'Immortal' - Cyn's Workshop

'Dressed For Revenge' | November 2024 Owlcrate Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

The Girl with No Reflection Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Bruised Hearts: Chapter Two - Cyn's Workshop

A Bit of a Letdown | The Girl With No Reflection Review - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'The Girl with No Reflection' - Cyn's Workshop

FairyLoot's ‘Crowns of Nyaxia’ Exclusive Edition Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

Heir of Storms Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

June TBR Hopefuls! Wish Me Luck! - Cyn's Workshop

May Reading Wrap Up - Cyn's Workshop

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Seven - Cyn's Workshop

Thrilling Elemental Magic Fantasy | Heir of Storms Review - Cyn's Workshop

Book of the Month Poll - June 2025 - Cyn's Workshop

Book of the Month - June 2025 - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'Heir of Storms' - Cyn's Workshop

'Forbidden Spells' | October 2024 Adult Fairyloot Unboxing - Cyn's Workshop

The Night Ends with Fire Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

Bruised Hearts: Chapter One - Cyn's Workshop

Mulan With Feminine Rage | The Night Ends With Fire Review - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'The Nights Ends With Fire' - Cyn's Workshop

FairyLoot's ‘Ghostsmith’ Exclusive Edition - Cyn's Workshop

Read with Cyn’s Workshop June Book Club Pick - Cyn's Workshop

Elektra Spotify Review - Cyn's Workshop

A Hit and A Miss | Elektra Review - Cyn's Workshop

Thought Seeker: Chapter Thirty-Six - Cyn's Workshop

Review of 'Elektra' - Cyn's Workshop

Illumicrate's Afterlight Love Letters Exclusive 'Twelfth Knight' - Cyn's Workshop

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