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Dark Age

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019

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Pierce Brown

Dark Age

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

800

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction

Fantasy
Setting

Galactic Empire • Distant Future

Theme
Space

Politics & Government

War
Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dark Age by Pierce Brown follows a person's struggle for power and survival in a fractured society set in a dystopian future. Amidst intense battles and political intrigue, individuals are pushed to their limits as they face moral dilemmas and fight for their beliefs.

Dark

Gritty

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Pierce Brown's Dark Age is a gripping continuation of the Red Rising saga, praised for its complex characters and intense plot twists. Readers admire its depth and mature themes but note its brutality and dense narrative may overwhelm some. Overall, it enriches the series with its dark, intricate storytelling but can be heavy for those preferring lighter fare.

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Who Should Read Dark Age?

Fans of high-stakes space operas and intricate political maneuvering will love Dark Age by Pierce Brown. Ideal for readers who enjoyed Dune by Frank Herbert or The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey, this novel offers a complex narrative with deep character development and intense action in a dystopian universe.

Character List

Darrow

The central protagonist and a strategic leader dealing with the complexities and costs of leadership amidst revolutionary warfare, his journey touches on the balance between personal desires and the demands of duty.

Sovereign of the Solar Republic, she provides a political perspective as she navigates leadership challenges and the difficulties of maintaining morality in a crumbling state.

A young, introspective character who struggles with his ideals and leadership ambitions, exploring themes of power and legacy.

A Red who begins as a survivor burdened by past trauma, gradually becoming a proactive protector with a strong sense of agency and resilience.

A former soldier turned thief, his character journey explores themes of connection and sacrifice as he becomes entangled in broader conflicts.

A cunning and ruthless leader embodying the Society's values, using violence and fear to maintain dominance even as she faces internal and external challenges.

Manipulator operating from the shadows, closely associated with the Syndicate, and known for her psychological tactics and strategic disruption of the Republic.

Leader of the militant faction Red Hand, her radicalized vengeance and violent methods reflect a dark turn from her rebellious origins.

Book Details
Pages

800

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction

Fantasy
Setting

Galactic Empire • Distant Future

Theme
Space

Politics & Government

War
Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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