BookBingeRed Rising Books in Order
Red Rising is a science fiction series by American author Pierce Brown, set in a future where humanity has colonized the solar system.
Here is the complete Red Rising reading order — all 6 books by Pierce Brown, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Red Rising(2014)
- Golden Son(2015)
- Morning Star(2016)
- Iron Gold(2018)
- Dark Age(2019)
- Light Bringer(2023)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Red Rising series?
There are 6 books in the Red Rising series by Pierce Brown, beginning with Red Rising (2014) and most recently Light Bringer (2023).
What is the first Red Rising book?
The first book is Red Rising, published in 2014. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Red Rising in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.