Del Rey Red Rising

Wonderful book... was hooked every second I read it

Can not recommend this book enough.

took me 6 months to get into it. it was 60 pages in and on and off. once i got past that page 70…lets just say i finished the whole series now. hunger games plus space opera. def recommend

the book is in good condition but no bubble wrap.

this book, unlike other books I have ordered, wasn't covered in bubble wrap so it came slightly damaged, which I was disappointed about, but at the end It's a book.

I know this isn't gonna go down well with the book community but I don't care... This story is overrated.

Came in perfect condition. Exactly as advertised. I'm very happy.

Book came in perfect condition.

Good book

I'm so glad that I got this book as the introduction to my first reading spree in years. The first maybe 100 pages can feel a little bit slow, as usual with in-depth stories that need foundation, but then it's just amazing. I was mindblown by the environments that is showcased and, being on the 4th book now, I still think about this first one a lot.

A visceral, high-octane introduction to a dystopian universe that feels both hauntingly familiar and grandly operatic. Set on a terraformed Mars, the story follows Darrow, a Red laborer mining helium-3 for a future he believes he is building. The narrative begins with a crushing revelation: the surface has been habitable for centuries, and Darrow’s people are enslaved to support the decadent Gold caste. This betrayal sparks a revenge-driven mission as Darrow undergoes a grueling transformation to infiltrate the Golds and dismantle their Society from within. The novel’s strength lies in its relentless pacing and brutal world-building. Once Darrow enters the Institute—a proving ground where young Golds wage war to earn their status—the story shifts from a "chosen one" trope into a savage study of leadership and survival. Brown doesn't shy away from the horrific costs of war; the stakes feel lethal, and Darrow’s internal conflict is palpable. He must adopt the cold, calculating traits of his oppressors to defeat them, risking his own humanity for the sake of justice. While drawing inspiration from The Hunger Games and Lord of the Flies, it distinguishes itself through a rich Roman-inspired aesthetic and philosophical weight. The supporting cast is equally compelling, featuring the enigmatic Mustang and the volatile Sevro—the kind of loyalist who proves you haven't lived until you get yourself a friend that will hide in a dead horse for you. These allies challenge Darrow to look beyond vengeance toward a new social order. 🍵Final Verdict A gripping exploration of power, sacrifice, and the morality of revolution. Red Rising is a rare debut that manages to be both a page-turning epic and a thoughtful commentary on class struggle. It sets a formidable foundation for the series, leaving readers eager to see if a man born in darkness can truly bring the dawn.

Red Rising is one of those books that grabs your attention early and keeps the pace up all the way through. While it's set in a futuristic society spread across the solar system, at its heart it's a story about ambition, survival, loyalty and rebellion. The world-building is impressive without becoming overwhelming, and the author does a great job of introducing the different social classes and political tensions naturally through the story. The action sequences are exciting, but what really kept me invested were the characters. The protagonist is flawed, determined and easy to root for, while the supporting cast adds plenty of depth and unpredictability. The book has a good balance of strategy, conflict and character development, with enough twists to keep you turning the pages. It's often compared to other dystopian and science-fiction series, but it has its own distinct style and quickly becomes much more than a typical young-adult adventure. Overall, Red Rising is an excellent start to a highly addictive series. If you enjoy science fiction, political intrigue, and fast-paced storytelling, it's well worth reading.

Me llamó la atención este libro porque involucra a la ciencia ficción y a la distopía. No me defraudó, lo encontré entretenido de principio a fin. Pienso que la sociedad distópica está mejor construida que en el mundo de Hunger games y el protagonista actúa mucho más realistamente. Es una historia llena de dolor, acción, brutalidad, violencia, reflexión y un poco de esperanza. Si buscan un libro romántico este no lo es, aunque sí hay un poco de romance involucrado. Las pastas blandas no son tan frágiles y el color del papel no es completamente blanco pero no me molesta. El libro se ve más delgado de lo que normalmente sería porque el papel es delgado, pero no tan delgado como para romperse.