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Dark Age by Pierce Brown

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tropesanddreams's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful reflective tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes

4.25

Even though I loved Dark Age, this book is thick and it definitely felt like it. This story definitely gave me a better appreciation for Iron Gold, but it was great to get Virginia’s POV and spend more time with the old gang.

Pierce Brown does a phenomenal job of exploring what it means to be a hero and the cost of the choices you have to make. I loved getting to see the war/rebellion from different sides and perspectives. The character growth amazes me. I definitely have a better appreciation for Ephraim, while Lyria has quickly become one of my favorite characters.

This story has many twists and turns and is equal parts heartbreaking and inspiring. There were many moments that left me with my mouth on the floor and left me speechless. Other parts made me laugh showing me that there can still be joy in the darkest of times.

Up next Lightbringer and I am so nervous for this next one.

sphynxmum's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

vbarrett17's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

"ye labour for your fall
with your own hands! not by surprise
nor yet by stealth, but with clear eyes,
knowing the thing ye do."

-Lysander au Lune

a poetic review to perfectly sum up this heartbreaking installment of the red rising saga