Pierce Brown's Epic Saga
In a future where humanity has colonized the stars, one man rises from the darkness to challenge an empire built on lies.
Chapter One
Seven centuries from now, humanity has spread across the solar system. But freedom did not follow them to the stars.
The Society rules with absolute power, dividing humanity into fourteen Colors—a rigid caste system where your birth determines your destiny, your worth, your very humanity.
At the top: the Golds, god-like rulers engineered for perfection. At the bottom: the Reds, kept in darkness, mining the lifeblood of civilization while believing they pioneer humanity's future.
Chapter Two
Fourteen castes define humanity's place in the Society. Your Color is your destiny—unless you dare to change it.
Rulers, Warriors, Leaders
Soldiers, Police, Security
Elite Warriors, Bodyguards
Miners, Workers, Laborers
Chapter Three
From the depths of Mars to the halls of power, these are the souls who shaped the fate of humanity.
Darrow of Lykos / Darrow au Andromedus
The Reaper
Born a Red in the mines of Mars, Darrow was transformed into a Gold to infiltrate and destroy the Society from within. He becomes the legendary Reaper, a symbol of revolution and hope for the lowColors.
Allegiance
Sons of Ares / The Rising
Virginia au Augustus
Mustang
The brilliant daughter of Nero au Augustus, Virginia earned her nickname 'Mustang' at the Institute. She is one of the most intelligent and capable Golds of her generation, eventually becoming a key ally to Darrow's revolution.
Allegiance
House Augustus / The Rising
Sevro au Barca
The Goblin
Small, feral, and fiercely loyal, Sevro is Darrow's most trusted friend and the leader of the Howlers. Despite his unhinged appearance, he possesses a cunning mind and unwavering dedication to the cause.
Allegiance
Sons of Ares / The Rising
Cassius au Bellona
The Morning Knight
The golden son of House Bellona, Cassius is considered one of the finest warriors of his generation. His friendship with Darrow turned to bitter enmity after discovering Darrow killed his brother Julian at the Institute.
Allegiance
House Bellona / Sovereign
Adrius au Augustus
The Jackal
Virginia's twin brother and one of the most dangerous minds in the Society. The Jackal is a sociopathic genius who will stop at nothing to claim power, including betraying his own family.
Allegiance
House Augustus / Himself
Chapter Four
Mars—the crucible of revolution. In its depths, Reds toil in endless darkness, believing they terraform the surface for humanity's future.
Above, in gleaming cities, Golds live as gods among the stars. The lie has held for centuries. But secrets have a way of rising.
From the mines of Lykos to the Institute's deadly proving grounds, Mars is where empires are built—and where they will fall.
The Saga
Darrow is a Helldiver, one of a thousand miners who claw beneath the surface of Mars. His death brings the beginning of revolution.
The Reaper has risen from the mines of Mars to become a Lancer among Golds. But the war for freedom has only begun.
Darrow would have lived in peace, but his enemies brought him war. The revolution will be won—or humanity will fall.
“I would have lived in peace.— Darrow of Lykos
But my enemies brought me war.”
Dive deeper into the world of Red Rising. Explore the characters, discover the Colors, and witness the revolution unfold.