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Morning Star
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Essay Topics
Compare Morning Star to at least two other examples of dystopian science fiction. How and why does Brown deploy the tropes of the genre?
How does the Gold celebration of classical history impact their world view?
Analyze Roque au Fabii and Cassius au Bellona. What is Brown trying to say with each? How are they similar and different?
What does Brown have to say about the rule of Romulus au Raa? Is his rule more just than that of the Sovereign? Discuss in terms of The Ethics of Revolution.
How does the final confrontation between Darrow and the Jackal represent broader themes in the novel?
Morning Star is the third book in a series. How does it serve as both a finale to the first trilogy of Red Rising books and how does it set up the latter half of the series?
How do the identities of Reaper and Ares impact Darrow and Sevro?
Examine Darrow and Mustang’s relationship in this book. How does it develop, both within the book and from where it was left in Golden Son? What elements of the romance genre does Brown use?
Eo’s dream is a recurring motif in the series. Pick three characters; how does this motif relate to their actions and decisions?
How does Brown use Victra to explore The Importance of Love and Loyalty?
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