Red Rising
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Red Rising
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Red Rising
The first book in the thrilling #1 New York Times bestselling series.
The explosive new series that Fantasy Faction calls 'Hunger Games fans who've grown up.'
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionDarrow is a Helldiver, toiling beneath the surface of Mars. As a member of the Red caste, he performs grueling labor in the belief that his sacrifice will enable future generations to one day inhabit the surface of the Red Planet. The Reds are humankind's lowest caste, living in a brutally hierarchical society dominated by the ruthless Golds.
Despite the bleak existence, Darrow finds solace in the love he shares with his wife and the unwavering support of his family. However, his world is shattered when his loved ones are taken from him, igniting a burning desire for vengeance.
Driven by a thirst for retribution, Darrow embarks on an extraordinary journey to bring down the oppressive regime from the inside. Infiltrating the elite Institute where the Golds are trained to become the ruling class, he must hide his true identity and master their ways to destroy them where they are most powerful.
Red Rising is an epic tale of loyalty, sacrifice, and the relentless quest for justice. Pierce Brown crafts a vividly rendered world where characters' struggles and triumphs explore profound themes of power, identity, and humanity's enduring spirit.
Immerse yourself in this gripping story that merges the dystopian and science fiction genres with exceptional finesse, revealing just how far one man will go to rise above the chains of oppression and inspire a revolution.
Series: Red Rising Series
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Pierce offers a Hollywood-ready story with plenty of action and thrills, resembling what The Hunger Games should have been. It's a unique blend with hints of Harry Potter and Hunger Games, praised for excellent writing and storytelling. This is compulsively readable and exceedingly entertaining, appealing to both classic sci-fi fans and new dystopian readers. It combines the excitement of Hunger Games, complexity of Game of Thrones, and the beauty of Blade Runner, providing an imaginative adrenaline rush.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444758993
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 September 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Paperback
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 27.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 274g
Pages: 400
About the Author
Though Pierce Brown was born in Denver, Colorado, his origins are a little more diverse, having called seven states home (Colorado, North Carolina, Arizona, Iowa, Texas, Washington, and California). Now twenty-four, he splits his time between Seattle and Los Angeles.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Brown spent time working as an executive aide on a U.S. Senate Campaign, a script runner at ABC, a freelance web producer, and eventually an NBC Page. His degree from Pepperdine University is in Economics and Political Science.You can find him on Twitter @Pierce_Brown and Facebook, or visit his blog: www.pierce-brown.comAlso by Pierce Brown
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