Red Rising by Pierce Brown is a dystopian science fiction series set in a future society rigidly divided by color-coded castes. The story follows Darrow, a lowborn "Red" miner on Mars, who infiltrates the ruling elite "Golds" to dismantle the oppressive system from within. Blending brutal warfare, political intrigue, rebellion, and transformation, the series explores themes of power, identity, sacrifice, and revolution.
The saga starts with Darrow's personal revenge but evolves into an epic battle for the soul of civilization.