*Some spoilers for the first 3 books*
He’s done it again! Pierce Brown has delivered another brilliant instalment in the Red Rising saga. After the events of Red Rising, I wasn’t certain what direction the series would take- but Brown allayed all my fears by exploring the question: what happens after the revolution? The ensuing plot enters into this discussion in a fascinating way, opening up both sides of the debate, and making me want to challenge old heroes and embrace new ones.
Thankfully, the characters were as memorable as ever. Initially I only wanted to spend time with the original cast and it did take me a little time to warm to some of the new characters- however I eventually came round to each and every one of them.
Obviously, Pierce Brown’s writing is simply out of this world as well. With as drama and pathos as the previous instalments, he successfully explores the human costs of war. It’s also jam-packed with action. Though it didn’t feel as tidy in structure as I remember from the first two books, it came very close to living up to its predecessors. Time and again, the gladiatorial conquests seem to turn to the audience and ask: ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED?!
Yes, yes I really am. I can happily say I am looking forward to the rest of this series!
Rating: 4½/5 bananas
Have you read this series? And have you checked this out? Do you plan to? Let me know in the comments!
This THE favorite series of my son honestly 😉
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Ah that’s awesome 😀 I totally get why!!
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Can’t WAIT for Dark Age!!
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Ah that was awesome too!!
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So glad to hear that. I’ve had Iron Gold on my shelf since release day….
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hehe I can relate to doing that 😉 It means you have a lot to look forward to!! 😀
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Loved this book and I cannot wait for the next one!
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Awesome!! me too!!
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I loved this book and now I’m impatiently waiting for the next one!!!!!!!!
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I’ve never heard of this series, but now I feel like I’ve gotta check it out! 😀 (oh, the woes of book blogging… my TBR list just keeps growing 😉 )
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haha completely relate 😉 Definitely recommend this series though!!
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I loved it and I am dying to read the next book to see what happens next.
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Me too!!
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Well looks like another series to put on the TBR list xD great post!
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hehehe awesome!! Thank you!
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I haven’ t read any book in series but I would like to in future. great review.
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Brilliant! Thank you!
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Loved Iron Gold, but Golden Son still holds a place in my heart as the best in this series.
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Ah I completely understand that!
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Ahhh yay! I’ve been so worried about this book not holding up to the original trilogy, so I’m happy to hear it did!
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it definitely did! Hope you enjoy it when you get to it 😀
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I haven’t read this series! I’ve seen tons of praise for it but it doesn’t really sound like something I’d enjoy. But your review has me rethinking haha
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Ah fair enough haha!
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I haven’t read Red Rising trilogy yet but I’m hoping to pick it up this year.
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Definitely recommend it!! You have a lot to look forward to 😀
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Awesome when a writer can continue the greatness in a series. Sounds like you had a blast reading!
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Yes for sure!! I really did!
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I have yet to read the original trilogy, but I’m happy for you that it lived up! 😀
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It absolutely did 😀 I’m excited for more!!
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Oooh! I’ve not read any Pierce Brown but I intend to remedy that soon.
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Definitely recommend!!
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This has been on my list for a while now (because I loved the first three books) but I haven’t gotten to it yet, so I’m so glad to hear it’s good!! 😀 I am always a little worried about series extensions like this after the main arc is over – but I shouldn’t be surprised he pulls it off, because I remember even in the first three books he was always heading down new and unexpected (and enthralling!) roads with the story.
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Ahh then I definitely recommend it! Yeah me too- but he definitely did 😀
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Uff, mkay, so i had to skip it cuz i haven’t read book #2 & #3 and yet, and wanna avoid spoilers. But you still enjoying #4, is a great sign for the series overall 😀
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Totally fair and good idea!! but yes, it’s still an awesome series 😀
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I’m SOOOO glad you had fun with this one! I actually think it may be my favorite so far. It’s just so terribly realistic in exploring what happens after you go through all the trouble of taking down an empire.
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Thank you!! That’s great!! Oh I totally get what you mean!!
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