Books Like Red Rising

Suzanne Collins

Like Red Rising, it follows a young person forced into a brutal competition by a rigid, unfair society, with a rebellion slowly catching fire around them. The pacing and the sense of injustice will feel familiar.

Veronica Roth

It shares Red Rising's divided society sorted into rigid groups and a protagonist who must prove where they belong. Its fast plotting and survival tests will suit readers who loved the training and trials.

Marissa Meyer

A class-divided world, a heroine hiding a dangerous identity, and a growing revolt make this a good match. It has the same mix of romance, political stakes and sharp action.

Ann Leckie

It delivers sweeping space politics, empire, and a protagonist with a hidden agenda, much like Red Rising's Society. Readers who enjoyed its layered conspiracies will find plenty to chew on.

James S. A. Corey, Hallie Lambert

Its gritty, fast-moving military and political conflict across the solar system matches Red Rising's blend of war and betrayal. Fans of its scale and morally grey characters will feel at home.

Dan Simmons

A classic of epic science fiction with ambitious scope and a band of travellers each with a dark past. Readers who love Red Rising's grand sweep and mythic feel will find it rewarding.

Andy Weir

A resourceful protagonist refuses to give up against overwhelming odds, mirroring Darrow's stubborn grit. Its fast, witty tone and problem-solving momentum suit readers who enjoyed the drive of Red Rising.

Frank Herbert

A young hero from a harsh world is drawn into a vast political war over power and resources. Like Red Rising, it blends a fierce hero's journey with intricate intrigue and betrayal.

Neal Stephenson

Its fast, inventive plotting and rebellious energy will appeal to Red Rising fans who like a hard-edged, anti-authority hero. It is sharp, funny and full of sudden reversals.

Adrian Tchaikovsky

It offers another richly built science fiction world with big ideas about societies, evolution and power. Readers who enjoy Red Rising's detailed worldbuilding will appreciate its ambition.

N. K. Jemisin

A harsh, unforgiving world shaped by oppression and survival gives it the same emotional weight as Red Rising. Its layered structure and bleak but powerful political framing reward careful readers.

Scott Lynch

Its brutal schemers, clever plotting and fierce loyalties will appeal to readers who loved the cutthroat politics of Red Rising. It is a fast, witty adventure with dark stakes.