Red Rising trilogy by Pierce Brown & The Silo Series by Hugh Howey

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M_Parabola

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These two suggestions, which in my mind are somewhat similar, are amazing but dependent on how much you enjoy dystopian science fiction.

The Silo Series by Hugh Howey is one I respect greatly. Rejecting traditional publishers Howey decided to self-publish his series to mass success. I can see why. The three novels are incredible, and feature a very strong female protagonist which for the longest time was rare in science fiction.

Red Rising trilogy by Pierce Brown is my latest affliction. I cannot get it out of my brain, I cannot put the books down. The last and final book isn't even released yet, not until February 9th and so I am clinging to the last few pages of book #2 with a death grip. I don't want it to end, I need my answers. If a book can make me this obsessed I usually take it as a sign that it's a pretty good book. I felt the same with the Silo series.

Do you like a dystopian future? Then you'll like these books
Do you like a light sprinkling of science fiction? Then you'll like these books, they're not the type of sci-fi to overwhelm you.

Do you want to read a trilogy that will drive you mad until you finish every last page? Then check these out!
 

Kurben

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For myself I like dystopi SF when its Well made. I did like Howeys Silo books. Well thought out and executed. Havent read the Red Risig though.
 
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M_Parabola

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For myself I like dystopi SF when its Well made. I did like Howeys Silo books. Well thought out and executed. Havent read the Red Risig though.
Red Rising is definitely different how it handles a dystopian world. In this futuristic world evolved humans are divided into genetic castes based upon color. The color red being the lowest class, and the color gold being the highest class. It's very political, almost Game of Thrones political but you have some sci-fi space battles and some interesting technology thrown in there to build the tension even more. I can't say too much without giving away spoilers, but once you finish the first book you'll be hooked. February 9th, I'm patiently waiting for that 3rd book. It's also rumored that the Red Rising trilogy will gain more popularity than say Hunger Games, etc. So I'd read it before it gets too over-hyped. OH and one last little fun bit of info, did you know Ridley Scott purchased movie rights for Howey's Silo series? THE Ridley Scott. I'm excited to see how he interprets the books!
 
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Demeter

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I have wondered about The Silo Series. I love dystopian fiction (I have 1984, Fahrenheit 451 and Brave New World to thank for that) and would definitely love to read this.