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That was nuts. I hardly have words for how good this book was. I loved how it started in the mines. The biological transformation was insane. I loved every part of the war game. The characters were amazing, I connected deeply with Darrow. Roque and Sevro were perfection. I couldn't stop thinking about Eo in all Darrow's decisions. All the cultural references back to ancient civilizations, like Rome/Greek gods, was fascinating too considering the "progress" made and time that has passed since Earth was all there was.
I'm a fan of sci-fi so I expected the word tech terms. However, some things could have been explained a little more or given more context. The world building was beautiful, though I do wish a little more detail was given to certain settings.
This was a fast-paced, not YA, sci-fi dystopian that I ate up like a pack of oreos. I'm dying to know what happens next. And what do you know, Golden Son just got delivered!
Pierce, despite belief, we cannot read your mind. Introducing your dreamt ideas without any explanation was cruel and unusual. This book takes forever to read because of all the re-reading and fake nouns. Really hoping you start offering more details as the series goes on or you’re gonna lose me fast. For now, enough action goes on each page to lock me in. To those trying to get started — good fucking luck!
Good book. 70% is build up and world building. Took a MINUTE to get through. Once it starts going it's hard to put down. Great character building. Many plot twists within the same chapter. Ending made mad, but excited to get to the next book.
Insanely unique idea and the writing is so compelling. I usually don't like first person perspective but the way Pierce writes Darrow is so different from any other first person perspective books I've read.
Making up different names for a communal shower "flush" and alcohol distilled fungus "grendel" is too much world building, it turns me off.
It turned out to be a better story than I thought, once you got passed all the world building.
Holy shit what a bloodydamn ride that was, can't wait for book 2. It is as amazing as it sound. OMG
Red Rising by Pierce Brown was one of the books I was most excited to read this year. While the hype is largely justified, this book did feel slightly overhyped for me personally. That said, it was still amazing
The story begins with very strong YA vibes. Darrow’s voice and worldview feel limited at first, almost narrow, which initially held me at arm’s length. But as the story progresses, it becomes increasingly brutal, savage, and gripping. Darrow’s outlook is challenged, torn apart, and rebuilt. He learns, often painfully, that the world isn’t black and white, that truth is slippery, and that power always comes at a cost. Watching that growth was one of the most satisfying parts of the book.
Darrow is a compelling main character, and his character development is one of the strongest aspects of the story. As his worldview expands, so does the emotional weight of the narrative, making his journey feel earned rather than rushed.
The side characters are where Red Rising truly shines. Sevro, the Goblin himself, quickly became a favorite. He’s scrappy, unhinged, fiercely loyal, and unexpectedly hilarious, providing both comic relief and emotional depth when you least expect it.
Then there’s Mustang, who is already on her way to becoming one of my favorite female characters. She’s intelligent, strong, perceptive, and quietly powerful; sunshine wrapped in steel. The kind of character who will challenge you intellectually, put you in your place, and absolutely destroy you if necessary.
And finally… the last 100 pages. That stretch alone significantly raised my overall rating. Everything tightens, the stakes skyrocket, and the story delivers in a way that makes it impossible not to immediately want the next book. By the end, Red Rising transforms into something far more intense and compelling than it first appears. It left me eager to continue the series and see just how far this world and these characters can go.
Rating: 4.5/5.
Personal rating: 8/10
Começo confuso e maçante, lento e até um pouquinho chato, mas depois dos 50/ 55% ai meu amigo o negocio vai ficando louco KKKKK. Apesar de tudo gostei muito da leitura, pensei em desistir várias vezes no início, mas fico feliz de ter continuado e perseverado
Just a short review here given how late at night it is but this book was excellent. Very hungry games-ish but set on Mars. It follows a few tropes that have become standard in dystopian stories but it still manages to throw some surprises at you. The characters are memorable and multilayered and there's enough twists to keep you wanting more. The action sequences are well written so that you feel like you're right there experiencing it. I really can't wait to get started on the next book!
"hic sunt leones"amazing series. one of the best I have read in an extremely long time. refreshing to find an entire series I struggle to put down
While I get the hype that this story has attached to it, I still have to point out that Darrow is very much a Gary Stu. Perfect little young lad that just figures it out every single time. It's a four because of the authors exciting writing style.
Bloodydamn good book! Great story, easy read, absolutely gripping. Pierce Brown kills it with the character development of Darrow, my only flaw with this book is that he has a tendency to jump time and plot within paragraphs, sometimes makes it hard to keep track of where we are. Other than that I loved Red Rising!2nd read through. 8/10Loved it more the second time!!! HAIL REAPER!!