"I live for the dream that my children will be born free," Darrow says, his voice full of hope and determination. As a Red, a member of the lowest caste in the color-coded society of the future, he works tirelessly every day, believing that his blood and sweat will one day result in a better world for his children. He dreams of a future where his children will own the land their father gave them, and be free to live their lives without fear or oppression. But soon he discovers that humanity has already reached the surface of Mars generations ago. Despite this, Darrow continues to work, hoping that his efforts will create a better future for his children.
Darrow, a Red from a world of vast cities and lush wilds, is nothing more than a slave to a decadent ruling class. But inspired by a longing for justice and driven by the memory of lost love, he risks everything to infiltrate the legendary Institute – a proving ground for the powerful Gold caste. There, he must compete for his life and the future of civilization against the best and most brutal of the ruling class. Will Darrow survive the challenge and bring justice to his people?
In Pierce Brown's dizzyingly good debut novel Red Rising, he will stop at nothing to bring down his enemies - even if it means becoming one of them. Evoking The Hunger Games, Lord of the Flies, and Ender's Game, Red Rising has all the ingredients for meteoric success. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure!