Golden Son

(Book #2 in the Red Rising series)

by Pierce Brown

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Book Overview: Golden Son

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER – Red Rising hit the ground running and wasted no time becoming a sensation. Golden Son continues the stunning saga of Darrow, a rebel forged by tragedy, battling to lead his oppressed people to freedom.

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR, BUZZFEED, AND BOOKLIST – “Gripping . . . On virtually every level, this is a sequel that hates sequels–a perfect fit for a hero who already defies the tropes. [Grade: ] A”–Entertainment Weekly

As a Red, Darrow grew up working the mines deep beneath the surface of Mars, enduring backbreaking labor while dreaming of the better future he was building for his descendants. But the Society he faithfully served was built on lies. Darrow’s kind have been betrayed and denied by their elitist masters, the Golds–and their only path to liberation is revolution. And so Darrow sacrifices himself in the name of the greater good for which Eo, his true love and inspiration, laid down her own life. He becomes a Gold, infiltrating their privileged realm so that he can destroy it from within.

A lamb among wolves in a cruel world, Darrow finds friendship, respect, and even love–but also the wrath of powerful rivals. To wage and win the war that will change humankind’s destiny, Darrow must confront the treachery arrayed against him, overcome his all-too-human desire for retribution–and strive not for violent revolt but a hopeful rebirth. Though the road ahead is fraught with danger and deceit, Darrow must choose to follow Eo’s principles of love and justice to free his people.

He must live for more.

Praise for Golden Son

“Stirring . . . Comparisons to The Hunger Games and Game of Thrones series are inevitable, for this tale has elements of both.” –Kirkus Reviews

“Brown writes layered, flawed characters . . . but plot is his most breathtaking strength. . . . Every action seems to flow into the next.” –NPR

Don’t miss any of Pierce Brown’s Red Rising Saga:
RED RISING – GOLDEN SON – MORNING STAR – IRON GOLD – DARK AGE – LIGHT BRINGER

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Editorial Reviews

Praise for Golden Son

“Gripping . . . Both author and lead character have cranked up the emotional stakes. . . . With Golden Son, [Pierce] Brown avoids the sophomore slump, charging the novel with the kind of dystopia-toppling action you’d expect in a trilogy ender, not a middle volume. On virtually every level, this is a sequel that hates sequels–a perfect fit for a hero who already defies the tropes. [Grade: ] A” –Entertainment Weekly

“Stirring . . . Comparisons to The Hunger Games and Game of Thrones series are inevitable, for this tale has elements of both.” –Kirkus Reviews

“Brown writes layered, flawed characters . . . but plot is his most breathtaking strength. . . . Every action seems to flow into the next.” –NPR

“It’s a far superior sequel, in fact: one of the rare breed of reads that improves upon its predecessor in every conceivable category. . . . In a word, Golden Son is stunning. Never mind how little we’ve seen of 2015: Among science fiction fans, it should be a shoo-in for book of the year.” –Tordotcom

“Pierce Brown is a prodigy. As great as the first book of the Red Rising Trilogy is, Golden Son is even better. A wild ride full of suspense, intrigue, and serious ass-kicking bravado, it’s expertly written and emotionally engaging, with top-notch universe-building that begs for further exploration. I want more!” –Christopher Golden, New York Times bestselling author of Snowblind

“The stakes are even higher than they were in Red Rising, and the twists and turns of the story are every bit as exciting. The jaw-dropper of an ending will leave readers hungry for the conclusion to Brown’s wholly original, completely thrilling saga.” –Booklist (starred review)

“Dramatic . . . the rare middle book that loses almost no momentum as it sets up the final installment.” –Publishers Weekly

Praise for Pierce Brown’s Red Rising

“[A] spectacular adventure . . . one heart-pounding ride . . . Pierce Brown’s dizzyingly good debut novel evokes The Hunger Games, Lord of the Flies, and Ender’s Game. . . . [ Red Rising] has everything it needs to become meteoric.” –Entertainment Weekly

“[A] top-notch debut novel . . . Red Rising ascends above a crowded dystopian field.” –USA Today

“Compulsively readable and exceedingly entertaining . . . [a] must for both fans of classic sci-fi and fervent followers of new school dystopian epics.” –Examiner

“A story of vengeance, warfare and the quest for power . . . reminiscent of The Hunger Games and Game of Thrones.” –Kirkus Reviews

“Fast-paced, gripping, well-written–the sort of book you cannot put down.” –Terry Brooks, New York Times bestselling author of The Sword of Shannara

“Pierce Brown has done an astounding job at delivering a powerful piece of literature that will definitely make a mark in the minds of readers.” –The Huffington Post

About the Author

Pierce Brown

Pierce Brown, an American author best known for his riveting and sophisticated science fiction series, ‘Red Rising’, has remarkably influenced the genre with his distinctive storytelling style. A prodigious talent hailed for his literary prowess, he was born on January 28, 1988, in Denver, Colorado, and grew up in seven different states, developing an enriching multicultural perception.

Townsend Harris High School was part of his early education before moving on to Pepperdine University, where Brown earned his degree in Political Science and Economics. The diverse settings of his youth and his academic background in politics and economics have significantly contributed to his innate ability to create intricate, multifaceted storylines, wrapped in social commentary.

Although it was not until he was in his mid-twenties that Brown published his first novel known as the ‘Red Rising’. This debut work captured a global audience’s attention, quickly ascending to the New York Times Bestseller list, thereby setting off a phenomenal series that has since been translated into thirty-three languages. His science fiction work blends elements of dystopia and adventure, creating an alluring narrative texture that resonates with a wide demographic of readers.

Notably, beyond his work in the realm of fiction, Pierce Brown’s literary expertise extends into screenwriting as well. His varied career features stints with NBC and Paradigm Talent Agency. His versatile experience in different fields of writing, combined with his evident creativity, cements his standing as a multitalented writer with an engaging voice.

His influential work has secured him a prominent place in modern American literature, continuously challenging and expanding the boundaries of the science fiction genre. Through his richly conceived characters and meticulously crafted universes, Pierce Brown invites readers into narratives that are simultaneously thought-provoking and deeply entertaining.

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