Maggie G. reviewed on 4/11/2014 + 72 more book reviews

I wasn't going to write a review since Karissa E. did such a great job of explaining the story and praising it as well. But a week after finishing this book, I'm still thinking about it - the spectacular world-building and the memorable characters - and how sad I was to realize I'd have to wait until the second in the Red Rising Trilogy would be available.

This is a terrific read. Un-put-down-able. For a debut novel, it's extraordinary in its complexity, narrative voice and clever unfolding of the learning process for each character as they find a way to 1) survive, 2) establish their place in society, 3) work with or manipulate their peers, and 4) become adult - all at the same time. I especially enjoyed how Darrow, though making mistakes, used each lesson to grow into the person he must be in order to complete his mission.

Love this book - can't wait for the next one!

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