Divergent (Divergent Series, 1)
This first book in Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling Divergent series of books is the novel the inspired the major motion picture starring Shailene Woodley, Theo James, and Kate Winslet. This dystopian series set in a futuristic Chicago has captured the hearts of millions of teen and adult readers.
Perfect for fans of the Hunger Games and Maze Runner series, Divergent and its sequels, Insurgent and Allegiant, are the gripping story of a dystopian world transformed by courage, self-sacrifice, and love. Fans of the Divergent movie will find the book packed with just as much emotional depth and exhilarating action as the film, all told in beautiful, rich language.
One choice can transform you. Beatrice Prior's society is divided into five factions--Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). Beatrice must choose between staying with her Abnegation family and transferring factions.
Her choice will shock her community and herself. But the newly christened Tris also has a secret, one she's determined to keep hidden, because in this world, what makes you different makes you dangerous.
And don't miss The Fates Divide, Veronica Roth's powerful sequel to the bestselling Carve the Mark!
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I didn't find Tris very likeable at all - unlike Tobias/Four, Christina or Uriah. Tris's strength and resolve was more of a flaw than a gift. Her cold unfeeling lack of sympathy for Al was disappointing even though I think the author tried to show the almost bipolar nature of her character as she struggled to come to terms with how to respond.
Overall, it just seemed like Tris was alienating everyone around her and losing her humanity in her quest to prove herself. But in the end, she seemed to reign herself back in and ultimately show that she did still care about other people, and it was that combined strength of fearlessness with selflessness that made her such an asset. I'm curious to see if there is further character development in the next 2 books...
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