Golden Son

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. What were your overall thoughts on the development of Darrow as a character in Golden Son? Did you find his journey compelling? Why or why not?

2. Pierce Brown expands the world of Red Rising significantly in Golden Son. How well did you feel the world-building worked in this sequel?

3. What themes from the book resonated most with you? How do they compare to the themes of other works of dystopian fiction—e.g., Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games, Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World, or Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. Have you ever felt torn between loyalty to a group or cause and your personal beliefs, as Darrow does? How did you navigate that conflict?

2. Darrow struggles with keeping secrets from those he cares about. Have you ever found yourself in a similar position? How did it affect your relationships? 

3. The book explores themes of power and the sacrifices made to achieve it.