1 / 7Morning Star (Red Rising Series, Book 3) Hardcover
Morning Star is the third book in Pierce Brown’s Red Rising dystopian science fiction series. This English-language hardcover continues Darrow’s struggle against Gold society and is listed with foil on the board and inside cover printing.
At a glance
- Third instalment of the Red Rising series, centred on Darrow and a rebellion against Gold society.
- A substantial 544-page hardcover listing with foil on the board and inside cover printing.
- The listing describes a story of political conflict, alliances and revolution.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The hardcover format and stated foil and inside-cover printing details may appeal to readers choosing a physical series edition.
- Customer feedback describes an engrossing, emotionally intense story with developed characters and a surprising conclusion.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Series position | third book |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Hodderscape |
| Publication date | 8 Oct. 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 544 pages |
| Format | hardcover edition |
| Cover details | foil on the board and inside cover printing |
| ISBN-10 | 139976893X |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1399768931 |
| Weight listed | 776 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.4 x 4.8 x 23.8 cm |
What to know before buying
- The supplied listing gives a publication date of 8 Oct. 2026. Check this date if timing matters before ordering.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers following the Red Rising series who want its third instalment in English hardcover.
- Fans of dystopian science fiction focused on rebellion, political conflict and character-driven drama.
Less suited to
- Readers who have not read the earlier Red Rising books and want a standalone story.
- Anyone seeking a digital or audio edition rather than the listed hardcover.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
76% 76% - 4 stars
21% 21% - 3 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as fast-paced and engrossing, with emotional highs and lows, developed characters and an unexpected-feeling conclusion. This may suit readers who enjoy immersive series finales, while the listing’s placement as book three means it is less suited to someone seeking an entry point. Aggregate ratings are also strongly positive overall, but ratings alone do not explain individual readers’ reasons.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the engaging pace, emotional impact, character development and conclusion.
Frequently asked questions
Which book in the Red Rising series is Morning Star?
The listing identifies it as the third book in the series.
What format and language are listed?
It is described as an English-language hardcover with a print length of 544 pages.
What physical edition details are mentioned?
The description says this hardcover edition features foil on the board and inside cover printing.
Is this a standalone novel?
It is presented as the third instalment in the Red Rising series, so readers looking for the series context may want to start with the earlier books.
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