Golden Son (Red Rising Book 2)
by Pierce Brown
Golden Son by Pierce Brown holds a exceptional rating of 4.70 out of 5, based on 36.8K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 464 pages.
About Golden Son
"With shades of The Hunger Games, Ender's Game, and Game of Thrones, debut author Pierce Brown's genre-defying epic 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 from the overlords of a brutal elitist future built on lies. Now fully embedded among the Gold ruling class, Darrow continues his work to bring down Society from within. A life-or-death tale of vengeance with an unforgettable hero at its heart, Golden Son guarantees Pierce Brown's continuing status as one of fiction's most exciting new voices. Praise for 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 "I don't know what Pierce Brown did before he started writing books, but whatever it was, he was wasting his time. Fast-paced, gripping, well-written--the sort of book you cannot put down. I am already on the lookout for the next one."--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 "Ender, Katniss, and now Darrow: Pierce Brown's empire-crushing debut is a sprawling vision of humanity's diaspora to the stars."--Scott Sigler, New York Times bestselling author of Nocturnal "[A] great debut. The author gathers a spread of elements together in much the same way George R. R. Martin does."--Tor.com"--
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Pierce Brown |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 464 |
| Kindle Price | $9.99 |
| Genres | Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.70 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 36,755 |
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What genre is Golden Son?
Golden Son is categorized as Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is Golden Son worth reading?
Based on 36.8K reader ratings, Golden Son has an average score of 4.70 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is Golden Son?
Golden Son has 464 pages.
Who wrote Golden Son?
Golden Son was written by Pierce Brown. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for Golden Son?
The ISBN-13 for Golden Son is 9781713568551.
How much does Golden Son cost on Kindle?
Golden Son is available on Kindle for $9.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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