Brian Guthrie Rise books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Brian Guthrie Rise series?"

"There are 2 books in the Brian Guthrie Rise series, published between 2015 and 2016."

Q: "What is the first book in the Brian Guthrie Rise series?"

"The first book in the Brian Guthrie Rise series is Rise: Tears, published in 2015."

Q: "What is the Rise series about?"

"The Rise series is set on the Shells of a shattered planet where humanity survives on failing ancient technology called the Network. Multiple characters from different cultures investigate why the systems are breaking down as their civilization edges toward civil war."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Rise: Tears	2015	Brian Guthrie	Buy
2	Rise	2016	Brian Guthrie	Buy

The Rise series begins with Rise: Tears (2015), which introduces the world of the Shells, fragments of a destroyed planet where human civilization depends on ancient technology that is slowly failing. Rise (2016) expands the story with multiple viewpoints from different Shells and cultures.

The books follow scribes, warriors, and ordinary people trying to understand why the Network is collapsing and what it means for their survival. The series won the Inkshares Nerdist Contest and earned a Dragon Award nomination.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Brian Guthrie Rise series?

There are 2 books in the Brian Guthrie Rise series, published between 2015 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Brian Guthrie Rise series?

The first book in the Brian Guthrie Rise series is Rise: Tears, published in 2015.

What is the Rise series about?

The Rise series is set on the Shells of a shattered planet where humanity survives on failing ancient technology called the Network. Multiple characters from different cultures investigate why the systems are breaking down as their civilization edges toward civil war.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order