Science fiction · Fantasy · Dystopian
Light Bringer
The sixth Red Rising book begins a new stage of a bloody saga about class revolt across a colonised solar system. War is spreading, and the heroes must face what their choices have cost. Read the earlier books first.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 2023
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 704
- Format
- Book 6 of 6 in Red Rising Saga
Read this if you already love Red Rising and want more relentless, high-stakes space war with a huge cast.
Skip this if you are new to the series, since the story depends on the earlier books and spoils them.
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Quick answers about Light Bringer
- What is Light Bringer about?
- The sixth Red Rising book begins a new stage of a bloody saga about class revolt across a colonised solar system. War is spreading, and the heroes must face what their choices have cost. Read the earlier books first.
- Who should read Light Bringer?
- Read it if you already love Red Rising and want more relentless, high-stakes space war with a huge cast. Skip it if you are new to the series, since the story depends on the earlier books and spoils them.
- How long and how fast is Light Bringer?
- It is a fast-paced, long read of about 704 pages, first published in 2023.
- Does Light Bringer have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Violence, War, Death, Gore.
- Can I borrow Light Bringer for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Light Bringer; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Light Bringer?
- Readers who liked it often move on to The Poppy War, The Way of Kings, Dune.
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