Red Rising - Lore/Society

[@DanielGreeneReviews]

Darrow could kill Goku. Link: amzn.to/2U5QJMq

[@HarbingerOfMorningWood]

On God

[@ninnie714]

How strong is that person

[@Nasser851000]

Could Darrow kill Luffy?

[@HarbingerOfMorningWood]

@@ninnie714 Darrow big Ooga Booga strong

[@mysterylife5998]

You don’t know what you’re getting into

[@a.pereira.s.1494]

"Tell all who will hear, the Reaper sails to Mars, and he calls for an Iron Rain."

[@moghal8322]

chills

[@TheBralessDiaries]

@@moghal8322 I came here to say exactly that

[@reaperofmars5241]

Best quote ever...apart from all the other perfect quotes from red rising

[@a.pereira.s.1494]

@@reaperofmars5241 What's your favorite quote??

[@hledet6589]

@@a.pereira.s.1494 Lorn au Arcos will care.

[@callum7081]

Everyone seems to think the first book isn’t as good as the others, but if that’s the case the rest must be fucking awesome because I’m loving the first book.

[@scottmartens5333]

I loved the first one! I was then surprised that I thought the second was actually better?!

[@TheNiebling]

I was very meh on the first one, maybe I should read on if it gets better But the first one did not leave me wanting more

[@Ink129]

I think you've got something to look forward to, buddy ;-)

[@renzodm6203]

@@TheNiebling you should really try Golden son it's on a completly different level.

[@andyxz_8091]

The first one was phenomenal

[@AnarchicEowyn]

“I would have lived in peace, but my enemies brought me war.” One of the best opening lines to a book ever.

[@braydenmunro2385]

Before this channel I didn't have a reading list, now I have one with like 37 books

[@hmmmm2824]

Me too lol

[@milospollonia1121]

I have one with 30 SERIES now, and honestly I ain't even mad coz they all quality

[@Alexthemeh4214]

Cute

[@Ink129]

Yeah, it's the curse that booktubers bestow on us...

[@raffaelsteinmann7296]

Those are rookie numbers!

[@milospollonia1121]

i need to finish the wheel of time and the expanse first, daniel, you can't just drop this on me

[@callum7081]

The books are very quick reads if that helps. You could read it as a break from either series.

[@chickentenders531]

@@callum7081 That's good to know.

[@alexhindes3861]

If your reading the expanse i think its a perfect foundation for getting into Red rising because your learning of more details about our solar system along with ship technology and terminology - i think it'd be an awesome transition for you. Red Rising has made the most of an impact for me in the modern Scfi genre. The expanse is a close 2nd most definitely.

[@tyrelirwin]

drop the expanse, it's not really worth it once you read this

[@alexhindes3861]

@@tyrelirwin lol as if it's that simple

[@a.pereira.s.1494]

Best sci-fi i've ever read. Sevro is just the best character... Darrow is badass as fuck...

[@Stoneward_Thug]

He is but his enemies are just as worthy.

[@a.pereira.s.1494]

@@Stoneward_Thug . Well, i hated the Jackal, and i loathe Lysander.

[@gokbay3057]

@@a.pereira.s.1494 hating the antagonists is kind of the sign of a successful writer, no?

[@jackwhaley2970]

During Dark Age I was steady hoping Lysander would have a slow horrible death! 😆

[@a.pereira.s.1494]

@@jackwhaley2970 .Never lose the hope brother. He is going to die, slowly, in the next book.

[@thexyayxmaker]

Funny enough, the red rising series was so beautiful and powerful that it encouraged me to start working out again. I’ve now gained 11kg of muscles, all thanks to Darrow’s rise hyping me up better than anything could.

[@MyBoomStick1]

Same here, Darrow inspired me to get dozens of plastic surgeries

[@user-ij3bx6vr5w]

@@MyBoomStick1 The carver botched mine up 😔

[@Jay-iu5bi]

Have to disagree over the first book. There’s a lot of good stuff in book one. Darrow’s back story, his physical transition and him having to kill for the first time. These are key moments for Darrow. I enjoy book one the most because the story is smaller. 🤷‍♀️🥴😬

[@iGotUrEspada]

Book 1 had a lot of sloppy writing and re-used plot elements to move the story forward (SPOILERS: How many times can Darrow get separated from the group and lured into a trap?).

[@VicRibeiro777]

@@iGotUrEspada as a flawed character learning new things... many times... lol. I did not feel it was sloppy, but it was not as polished as the second and third book.

[@iGotUrEspada]

@@VicRibeiro777 Darrow is certainly flawed and makes different mistakes throughout the series...nothing wrong with that. I'm specifically referring to the 3 or so times in book 1 where more or less the same exact thing happens. It's not great writing - especially compared to, as I see you agree, Golden Son and Morning Star.

[@abcddcba5352]

@@iGotUrEspada thats kinda right. But I think he even improves with the second trilogy

[@theeharkness]

I love the fact that he uses AU the chemical name for gold in all the names of the Golds.

[@slothlovechunk]

It's latin for gold. Look up the etymology of Aureate, a word brown uses frequently.

[@luscarora703]

It's the same with all colors. Ti for Grey's, AG for silvers, cu for coppers, and so forth

[@gokbay3057]

All the colours have an element in their name. Or well, All the high and middle colours I think. Been a while since I read the books but I am pretty sure reds and pinks at least don't have elements.

[@jackbaxter2223]

And Xe for the Blues.

[@VinyZikss]

@@gokbay3057 Yup, low colors don't have it and I'm pretty sure Whites don't either. Also, greens are mid colors but I've never seen any character in full name to check this either

[@Calebgoblin]

I've heard so many booktubers just talking about this book and assuming that people know what it is, so I'm really glad that you're taking the time to explain to me, a dummy

[@krash2784]

This is exactly what I needed to finally start this series

[@corywinterberg8764]

It's the best bruv

[@judsonbuckner8590]

You're going to love it

[@pookypoo1169]

It's really good

[@TheMoneyRaider]

My favorite series, currently.

[@inevera3530]

Congratulations 👏👏👏 welcome to the howler fandom ;)))

[@SacredDaturaa]

I think what makes Darrow so likable as a protagonist (at least in the first trilogy) is his empathy and big heart. He is an extremely effective warlord but he doesn't inflict violence cruelly or senselessly, and he is constantly trying to see the best in people, even in his monstrous Gold adversaries.

[@nicolajane9143]

If you're struggling with the first book (I did...) I highly, HIGHLY recommend the audiobook. Tim Gerard Reynolds is incredible and he is the reason I was able to enjoy what is now one of my favourite series. Not such a big fan of the second trilogy so far...but I have faith that Pierce Brown will pull it out of the bag!

[@barmy8219]

Definitely agree about the audiobooks

[@noelhann5262]

The audiobooks are absolutely amazing. I don’t know if I would have enjoyed them as much if I didn’t listen to them.

[@Hullad1379]

completely agree with that. the audio books are amazing Gotta love sevro and the howlers!

[@Stoneward_Thug]

See, I'm the opposite. I think Brown's writing just keeps getting better and better. The audiobooks are top tier imo as well tho.

[@KTRNP]

Yep. That Irish accent says it all. I'm currently ear reading Golden Son right now. And it's -- words can't describe. Hence, i'll substitute latin, Cacatne Ursus in Silvis? 😂

[@arandomweeb5772]

"we live in a society" -Darrow O'lykos

[@fantasyfanatic6038]

I'm reading Golden Son right now and boy is it amazing! Some scenes hit me so hard, I wasn't expecting that.

[@abcddcba5352]

wait until you read the second trilogy :)

[@banuchisensei1689]

Chapter 12 The Gala Scene is amazing. It's my favorite. Had me hooked from there on!!!

[@DuffyHimself]

I just started reading Red Rising this week based on your recommendations.

[@noahmellemstrand4756]

You’re in for a great time :D

[@san2709g]

I started it at the beginning of june because of him, and I just started Morning Star. I absolutely love the series so far!

[@jacobedelman-dolan4528]

I usually describe Red Rising as a Eugenics Nightmare with revolutionary and political intrigue. It is what happens when you splice humanity into categories that are barely the same species anymore. I love these books. They present such interesting moral and philosophical dilemmas on such a large scope while also making you care so much about the individual and personal relationships. Loved the video, Daniel!

[@daniellehughes3116]

That’s a great interpretation! I’m stealing it! 😂

[@Engineersdayoff]

The first time I went to a library sense Covid the librarian recommended Red Rising. I was hooked I almost didn't read past the first book as it was good but not great, but the ending was like "don't think of quiting I am just getting started" and the next two books were insane.

[@austinduke8876]

Are you me? Nero strolling in to the last couple of pages was the only thing that kept me reading.

[@BuffBroc]

Coming back to this video 3 years later to say thank you for getting me into the Red Rising series. I had read a review that said the series is Young Adult level writing and while entertaining not really much depth. So I had dismissed the series so thoroughly I almost didn't watch your video because I assumed the answer to your title card question of "Worth a read?" was going to be an obvious NO. I remember clicking on it a few days after publication expecting Disappointed Daniel poking a bit of fun at the series, but got something completely different. I'm just finishing up what is probably my 4th reread of the series.

[@Punkandcannonballer]

The audiobooks are S-tier. Seriously, the narration elevates the narrative to an insane degree.

[@KTRNP]

Yaaas. This post.

[@Punkandcannonballer]

@@KTRNP Ha. Glad you agree.

[@aarondeane7504]

"It's amazing the power you wield when you're covered in blood and none of it is your own." -Darrow

[@sarahjones4594]

I actually really enjoyed the first book. I think it executed potential horrors of child run society better than any book I've read since the Lord of the Flies. Honestly was not expecting the jump into the second and third book to be so expansive, political and war based. For me it took a while to adjust. Either way though, I am thoroughly enjoying the series.

[@austinduke8876]

The other two make it better. If that book were a on it's own it would just be generic hunger games clone on mars.

[@zacharynewkirk7309]

I cannot stress this enough, Red Rising is the best sci fi series I've read in the last few years. Look i'm not gonna sit here and tell you that the writing is as elegant or meaningful as Orson Scott Card but I care as much about Darrow and the cast of characters around him as much if not more than Ender and everyone here knows that's saying A LOT. Great video Daniel I'm glad more people will read the series because of this! Keep up the good work!

[@luscarora703]

hmm, from the second book forward Browns writing is one of my favorites.

[@moghal8322]

@@luscarora703 Yes definitely, there is a significant upgrade to his prose that it became some of the best in my experience

[@shannonquinn]

This video is FANTASTIC!!! I picked up Red Rising last year, thinking it was a dystopian trilogy. I generally don't enjoy much sci-fi, and had I known that the trilogy took a sci-fi turn, I may not have even picked it up, BUT, I freaking loved every second of all three books! I laughed, I cried, and I got angry on many occasions. Pierce Brown wrote some of the best characters and relationships I have read in a very, very long time. I'm waiting for the last book to come out before moving on to the second trilogy because I KNOW I'm going to want to binge the whole thing at once.

[@michaelgilson7959]

Just finished the trilogy. I really loved the relationship between Darrow and Cassius. None of the drama between the two felt forced, I could always see both sides and really felt bad for Cassius. He had a lot more in common with his brother than he gave himself credit for.

[@brobeans5763]

I'm on the 3rd book. Amazing series!!! In my opinion it rivals the stormlight archives and wheel of time, in terms of entertainment. Not as long or as in depth of a story. But jts easy to follow and super enjoyable. Most definitely worth a read.

[@martinogbuigwe7813]

I was going to disagree but yeah in entertainment and shock value it’s pretty amazing and i would love to see it on big screen. Stormlight Archives is still God level though

[@MrMikethe311fan]

I know your comment is a year old, but have you started reading the new trilogy?

[@brobeans5763]

@@MrMikethe311fan I started it but didn't like it. I only made it about half way thru book 4 before I stopped. Definitely not as good.

[@michaelwang2324]

I agree with you on the entertainment part. Literally just finish the 3rd book.

[@amandarose603]

@@brobeans5763 it’s definitely worth revisiting. The fourth book was rough for me first go too, but it is absolutely incredible if you push through. Plus Dark Age and Light Bringer are incredible

[@reaperofmars5241]

I could watch a red rising video from you every single day, this one ist just beautiful

[@TheMoneyRaider]

yes

[@nicholasr7224]

I found this book when it first came out, and have loved the whole series (second trilogy is amazing so far too,). So happy everyone is getting into it :)

[@ManCarryingThing]

The auditory and visual aesthetic is 👌 Also my wife wants to read this and now I'm gonna make her watch this

[@Cernunnnos]

Golden Son is by far the best of the original trilogy. A superbly strong Act II in a classic III act structure. I'd say the same for Dark Age for the second trilogy, though we're still waiting on that Act III. I remember reading the first book a few months after it came out, I really wasn't expecting much as it had been pegged as a young adult story with numerous people comparing it to Hunger Games. But I got hooked quick, think I read the whole thing in 2 nights which isn't common for me. I had assumed it would follow a formulaic path in that each book would focus on a new trial with set parameters that Darrow would break, but Golden Son boots right into dissuading that idea and builds one of the most well thought out sci fi worlds I've had the pleasure of reading.

[@dan2murray86]

Picked this up on a whim and could not put it down. They try to say it is like other books and it is not. This is on a level on its own. This flourishes with character depth and I sanity that you will want more and more.

[@moreorlessgaming]

Currently on Iron Gold.. loving the series so far!!

[@literatimedium]

This was an incredibly aesthetically and auditorally pleasing videos I've seen in awhile. Thanks for posting!

[@k-majik]

I originally had Red Rising mixed up with the Martian, can you believe? Oops. I'm a lot more interested after this pitch, colour me intrigued.

[@sampatterson5167]

I only stumbled on it because i thought it was the first hannibal book red dragon, then i got home and said fuck it ill give it a read anyway and now its my favourite series

[@shintsu01]

one of the first audio books i was able to finish quickly and wanted to startup the second book right after the first ended. I must say i liked the book really because of the introduction to the characters and their motivations to take the effort that unfolds along the story.

[@Betterspeaker99]

I understand the amount of time and effort you need to make these lore videos. But they are truly amazing!

[@hole-sawbear1500]

I've got about 6 hours left of Dark Age. I care so much about the characters, and they go through such horrific things that I find myself having to take breaks from listening just to decompress. This series is brutal, mysterious, thrilling, and absolutely phenomenal.

[@amandarose603]

Raise your hand if you were personally victimized by Dark Age 👋

[@PrincePecky]

Currently reading Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruochhio so I’m definitely looking for some more Sci-Fi to follow it up with… you’ve sold me on Red Rising!

[@AthwalAmrit]

Thanks Daniel for picking up this series, I recently completed the published 5 and am soon to start the Sons of Ares Graphic Novels as a prequel. Great series, some may feel there is a YA theme to the first book, but, within a few hundred pages, you soon start to get a feel for the series. Dark Age is one of my favorites. Lucky you, you get to experience it completely new.

[@dinocollins720]

I read Red Rising after a friend recommended it to me quite a few years back. I had no idea what it was about and no context for the story. It took me on a crazy ride and I never expected it to go where is goes. I love the characters, and you're totally right Daniel the friendships and relationships are incredible. Because of the powerful relationships betrayals, deaths, and victories are incredibly powerful and emotional. I also love all the references to the past which equates to our present time and world history. I'm on the final book about to complete the series for the second time.

[@stefandjukic294]

I love these kinds of videos, the history of the wheel of time got me in it so if you decide to do this for more series it would be great.

[@OddNiffer]

I'm really not a fan of grim dark (I find them amazingly written but too depressing) but you make me want to read these books.

[@renzodm6203]

If you read them I would recommend stopping after book 3, the second trilogy becomes really really dark and depressing (I loved it tho).

[@VicRibeiro777]

the first trilogy is not as depressing, with points of hope to keep going. I don't think it exactly fits the grimdark moniker. But there are bleak moments, but you get that in most awesome stories, it is the point of the protagonists struggling against the odds.

[@Struggler12349]

@@renzodm6203 I'll wait for the last one to come out to read the second trilogy.

[@VinyZikss]

The first trilogy is not depressing at all. The second one, though, oh man

[@Dominus_Rex]

Break the chains, live for more. Red rising is such an amazing series. I’m on my 4th listening of the audiobook(HIGHLY recommend the audiobook). Can’t wait for the 6th book to come out. Hope PB never loses the passion to write.

[@plantlady6974]

The 1st book was monumental for me. I was at the mid point of a 10month long, suicidal breakdown. Listening to Darrow slog through the society was helpful for me to focus on while I was slogging through my own battles. I have read it many times over as a refresher when new books are added to the series, but it never quite felt like the 1st read. Especially after reading DARK AGE (Strap your balls down for that one) but it's a fundamental part of the whole world. I love the book for what it did for me personally and it will always be one of my favorites

[@J.Schooley]

Hey, I actually LOVED the first book and I've read the first trilogy four times and am almost thru with the first book on my fifth read thru lol. I just adore this world and love the characters.

[@TheMexicanPro]

Such a good read can’t wait till they bring it to the big screen

[@maragragert7088]

Im currently reading the first book and I am obsessed.

[@mariaduda451]

I love this trilogy so much! ❤️ Unfortunately they never published the second one here in Brazil 😭

[@VicRibeiro777]

ebooks...

[@saucewaifu]

such a great series. you can feel that love Darrow has for Mustang, you watch the loyalties of Sevro get pulled in different directions, and you see the older generation (led by Octavia) try everything to hold onto their diminishing power with all they’ve got. 10/10

[@demonsagex]

Golden Son is the absolute best middle book in any trilogy ever in my experience. It's bloodydamn glorious!

[@daniellehughes3116]

It’s my favorite of all of them so far. Everything about it is glorious

[@inevera3530]

I'm so happy you made this video, this is my favorite book series of all time. And the concept has touched me in a way that me loving this series has become a defining characteristic of me. And I'm so glad it's getting the recognition it deserves

[@killer25014]

This channel really is a godsend. Don't think I would ever have heard of the Red Rising series (let alone have read it) were it not for this video and the accompanied Red Rising review. Now I'm four books in lol.

[@HumbleGnome]

Before your recommendations, I was scared Red Rising would be a little too YA for my taste. I started the first book a few days ago and now I'm really glad I listened to you.

[@andyxz_8091]

“Red Rising YA” lmaoo

[@santiagomacedo5061]

Lmaooo the first book feels a bit YA but by book 5 it’s GRRM levels of violence/darkness

[@Ink129]

Also, it's only the first book that comes a bit close to being YA - the rest of the series is nowhere near YA, IMO. I hope you enjoy the series as much as I, and a lot of readers out there, has.

[@evanm2134]

Whoever reads them thinking they're for young adults is in for a shocking surprise. 😂😂

[@inevera3530]

Dude you are going to LOVE book 5

[@jaedonhendry3380]

There a very few series that have put me on an emotional Rollacoaster like the Red Rising series. There were times where I had anxiety about what was gonna happened next. I remember having to put the book down because I couldn’t bear to read it but I also had to know what happened. It twisted my emotions into a ball. This is without a doubt one of my all time favourite series

[@lyannarhodes5205]

damn, these types of essay-styled vids are such a refreshing addition to your channel (not to mention booktube)! i read red rising years ago and i didnt like it, but because of this, i'm gonna start re-reading it again soon and see if my feelings have changed ✨

[@MRosen613]

I'm so glad you like this series too

[@charlesmefford3090]

Daniel my dude the best way to sum up this series is Spartacus meets divergent series meets Star Trek and somehow they all three have a kid together that's what this series is for me but it is awesome as always thanks for your content

[@literarylivesofsarah6567]

I absolutely adore this series! One thing I haven't heard talked about much is how having the 1st trilogy being all single 1st POV made introducing the world, major players, friendships, etc easier to follow than multi 3rd person POV often found in other sci-fi/fantasy. When the world expands outward in the secondary trilogy I felt super grounded so I could appreciate everything that was going on better. Still enjoy many multi 3rd person POV but I think the 1st single person POV is underutilized on the adult side of the genre.

[@cbogus123]

I agree 100% with your statement on the impact of the book for you. I think the character work done in these books are seriously great. I honestly believe this could easily be adapted into a fantastic TV series. Especially the sequel series with its multiple POVs, it gives me a Game of Thrones vibe with how that style could be adapted. Hands down my favorite sci-fi book series and I’m very excited you’re getting more people to check it out!

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

I must be the only person alive that absolutely loves the first book, and think it's the 2nd strongest in the entire series. Especially from an audiobook standpoint. TGR's narration is so on point in book 1, and hearing Darrow evolve into a new breed of Gold just never gets old. I love his training and transformation process, and the book just gets better on a 2nd and 3rd listen/read when you know what happens in later books.

[@whatoplay]

I just finished the first three books. Wow.

[@JimmyDThing]

I'm about done with the first book, was kinda like "yeah I get it... feels a bit too Hunger Games to me" and wasn't sure I was interested in the rest, but this video made me convinced to at least read the first trilogy. Thanks!

[@alexanderdumitru4373]

It took me a lot to finish the first book. I have just finished the first two chapters of the second book today. Seems to be alright so far. I like how you summarize rather briefly about the elements of the first book as it gives me a better understanding of my own experience with the story so far. I will come back to provide an update about my experience with the second book!

[@FharaohMal]

My intro to your channel was seeing your review of the first book, finding a lot of the criticism to be valid, and hoping you'd stick with it to read more. I'm glad to see you did, and that you enjoyed it like I did.

[@lisahumphrey4675]

I have a friend who is obsessed with this series and he suggested it to me constantly and bought the first book for my birthday. Like you, I read it and just felt it was too Hunger Games-like and didn't feel a real need to continue. Your recent videos gushing about them but having the same feelings on the first one makes me excited to read Morning Star!

[@daniellehughes3116]

Golden Son is the second book, not Morning Star just so you know. IMO it’s the best of the series, thought Morning Star is close.

[@TheRedAnvil40]

I'm on book 4 and I literally cannot stop reading at times. I believe Lysander at this point to be the most interesting character by far. His hatred for Darrow yet love of Cassius. It is absolutely amazing.

[@davidcook680]

Im almost done with book one. Yes read it. Its amazing

[@Aramishhh]

You have convinced me to read the second one. I didn't enjoy the first one that much (except the last chapters, which were great). But if you say the next ones are better... I'll give them a try

[@annausta4246]

Yep, I’ve read the first 3 books of the Red Rising, and also for me the first book was not quite what I’ve anticipated, especially the beginning was just such a sad drag. Third book is my favorite by far

[@armanimena6881]

I love this series I picked it up when it first came on the shelf at B and N and I couldn't put it down. I've been a fan of this channel for a little while so I'm really glad you came around to liking this series. Good Feels

[@lene0222]

I just finished red rising a few months ago and I’m currently on the second golden son.. so far I love it and I’ve already ordered morning star. This would be such a good movie series 🙏🏽

[@aaronlandry3947]

My TBR is already a couple hundred books after getting back into reading from a 10-year hiatus... and here you are adding more books to my list...

[@indievariety]

I love this series! The first book took some time for me to get into, but once I saw the the vision I had to keep going. The "trilogy" reads like a Greek Epic, it has war, growth, love, heartbreak, tragedy. The character grows so much from the first book to the third, and you're with him every step of the way. I was actually ecstatic to be there for the ride, despite the faults I found within the writing itself. Mainly, it does drag on a bit, not just in the first book but in all three, especially when in Morning Star I could predict what would happen from the first few chapters and had to slog through the middle. But boy, was it worth it! The ending completely makes up for it in my opinion. I've already picked up the next two in the series and look forward to them :)

[@inevera3530]

Book 3 is a bit predictable if u see it as the last book iron gold shatters all that(in the best way) imo

[@5790cmc]

Blood begets blood begets blood… one of my favorite series.

[@winchriscajayon6388]

I’m mainly a comic book/graphic novel collector, but with your awesome recommendations I’ve slowly been delving into the world of novels with quality starting off. So far I’ve purchased 7 Books of The Wheel of Time, All of The Stormlight Archive, Mistborn, Project Hail Mary, Rage of Dragons, Game of Thrones, and the Dune Series. Can’t wait to dive in all of these

[@ivann1181]

This is my most re-read trilogy. Golden Son just gives me a huge amount of adrenaline while reading it... every time. Darrow and Sevro is just amazing.

[@fuller0804]

Listened to on audiobook from local library devise app. about 1yr ago. So excited to see you enjoyed it. I can’t wait to listen to the second trilogy.

[@virginia905]

Thank you Daniel for this videos! I have been a hardcore red rising fan since 2018, but only recently I have seen this series getting the recognition and popularity it deserves!

[@shawjak3]

Red Rising is my favorite series of all time, and I also recommend this to just about every person who asks for a new series to read.

[@cjs4247]

Hey Daniel you probably won’t read this but I wanted to thank you for all of your great recommendations. I just picked up The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne after finishing the cosmere because of your review and interview with John gwynne. I’ve already had my mind blown multiple times, so thank you!

[@Itharl]

I finished up the first book in this series (audiobook) a few weeks ago and I really enjoyed it. To hear that that one might be the *weakest* of them makes me very excited to read/listen to the rest. Thanks for the overview!

[@pablorecio1222]

I'm finishing morning star right now, and I picked up the trilogy thanks to you Daniel! I can't be more thankful!

[@JanSaavedra22]

My wife bought me the entire series in 2018 I had no background about it or anything but I loved the series so much and was one of the things (with RF Kuang's Poppy War) which brought me back to regular reading of non-textbooks. ❤️

[@JoshNeller]

When the video ended I thought, wow, I need Red Rising. FUCK! I NEED RED RISING. Then Red Rising rise to the top of my TBR.

[@luscarora703]

eyy, Im so so glad you came around on this series and now you even do lore videos. I think its my favorite series by now, I love the world, characters and the spicy plot. Pls read the sequels, if you are ok with new viewpoints, you will love them.

[@luscarora703]

oh nice, Im hyped for your Iron gold review. Also, he really is not an Iron gold :/

[@AlexAzureOtaku]

7 months later, finally read/listened to the book and here to enjoy the review

[@willleeper3439]

This is by far my favorite world in terms of aesthetics

[@StoneTheStallion-jx6rf]

I read these books by chance while I was in prison and holy shit this series is unbelievably great! I've always wished this would become either a movie or series. Great characters, great battles, great emotion. Five Star review for sure!

[@call-me-potato]

actually took the jump to read this finally thanks to you. I"m hooked!

[@andret76]

Love Red Rising so much. Can’t wait for the final book! Would love a background of how the colors were created and more detail into the overthrowing of earth.

[@shootingstar5802]

Thanks Daniel, now I have one more saga to add to my already really huge TBR. A little compassion on my wallet, please? Since I follow this channel I went from 3 on the list to more than 60 TT

[@AndyBarbieri]

One of my favourite Sci-Fi series in anything, not just books. Enjoyed the first book, but from book 2 onwards, it just hits another level! Definitely worth adding to your reading list if you haven't done so already.

[@RinnzuRosendale]

Omg I love that these books are getting more attention these days. They are SOOOOOO good. Also there is no conclusion yet, the 6th is still being written. If you do not like cliff hangers then read the first 3. It is a satisfying point to put it down until the 6th one comes out.

[@AK._-]

I have read these books eight times. I love a lot of books movies and series. But Red rising is so much above the rest for me. I literally weap when I think about the story. Pierce Brown is essentially my God

[@atibasimons8990]

I’m here after finishing morning star, what a wild ride love it all 3 books, Ragnar dying was a blow

[@smallnerd9978]

“If your heart beats like a drum and you’re legs a little wet! It’s because the reapers come to collect a little debt!”

[@canvontiedemann2481]

Great video! I guess I have to read yet another book series

[@WoundedDuckify]

This is my favorite sci-fi series ever! The first book is great. Somewhat derivative and very Hunger Games meets Ender's Game, but still very good in it's own right. However, this series takes off in book 2. The world expands and the series takes on a life of it's own. The first trilogy culminates beautifully and would be excellent there, but the 2nd trilogy (2 books in now) just continues to deepen. Pierce Brown has earned my absolute trust and I will read everything he publishes from here out.

[@mayhem502]

Genuinely the best novels I have ever read.