Red Rising

Pierce Brown is an American science fiction and fantasy author. Born in 1988, he studied political science and economics at Pepperdine University before pursuing a career in writing. Brown's debut novel, "Red Rising," was published in 2014 and became an instant bestseller. The book is the first in a trilogy set in a dystopian society where the population is divided into color-coded castes. "Red Rising" has been praised for its fast-paced action, well-developed characters, and compelling social commentary. Brown has since published two sequels to "Red Rising," "Golden Son" and "Morning Star," as well as a prequel novel, "Iron Gold." His books have sold over 3 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 35 languages. Brown has received numerous awards for his work, including the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Science Fiction Novel in 2014 and the Locus Award for Best Young Adult Book in 2015. His books have also been critically acclaimed, with many reviewers praising his world-building, character development, and exploration of themes such as social inequality and the nature of humanity.