I put this series off for a long time. What a mistake. I just finished book 3 and it was absolutely stunning. Book 2 was also incredible. I can’t see how the next three (plus one on the way) books could possible top the masterwork I just completed.
Beautiful, horrifying, captivating, thrilling. Moments of deep, wrenching sorrow. Jubilant happiness. Pure, raw hatred. You will weep for lost friends and cheer for victory as though you yourself were shoulder to shoulder with howlers and the Sons of Ares.
Every book so far outdoes the last spectacularly. I see now why this series comes so highly recommended. I don’t typically like to recommend a series until I finish it, but after finishing the first trilogy (which does have a satisfying conclusion that could easily be a stopping point) I cannot recommend it with any more enthusiasm. If you’re on the fence on this series, consider this your sign to pick it up and get to it.
Per aspera, ad astra.
by HBCDresdenEsquire
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I enjoyed the red rising series immensely. And while there are some great beats and characters in the following series, it just feels exhaustive. I ended up dropping it right before light bringer after I heard the news of one more after it. I got other books and worlds to explore.
It gets even better! Glad you picked it up.