I’ve read countless reviews raving about how great Divergent is, and this review isn’t going to be any different. I’m also going to try to make this pretty short, since I know you’ve all read many things about this book.
First of all, a comparison to The Hunger Games is unavoidable. Both stories have a society that is grouped – factions in Divergent and districts in The Hunger Games. In both books the main characters spend a great deal of time in training. But, these stories are both great; they are well-written, exciting, and have much that makes them unique. I can’t tell you yet which one I liked better – I loved them both.
Roth writes characters that just jump off the page. My heart pounded right along with Tris, and I felt her pain as she made a decision about her faction. All of the side characters brought out strong emotions – whether hate, love, heartbreak, or tension. She really gets you inside all their heads.
The plot was unstoppable. I read the first hundred pages, and then had to stop to read a tour book. When I went back to Divergent, I finished it in one sitting – almost 400 pages. But this book doesn’t feel long. It reads easily and fast, and is compelling enough that it is difficult to put down. It isn’t a realistic world, but dystopias aren’t supposed to be, just as most paranormal stories aren’t. That’s what you get when you pick up a book like this, so don’t expect everything to feel like it makes sense. You have to suspend your disbelief and have fun – go along for the ride and enjoy it.
The story has a satisfying ending, but also leaves you wanting the next installment, because it is obvious that everything isn’t resolved.
Divergent is a must read for dystopian fans of any age. It’s also a great one to give to someone new to the genre. I just can’t imagine what’s not to like?
Published by Katherine Tegen, May 3, 2011
Copy obtained from the library
496 pages (qualifies for my 350 Page Book Challenge!)
Rating: 5/5
I cannot wait to read this novel. Everyone says it is so amazing. I wasn't a huge fan of The Hunger Games but I think I'll really like this one.
ReplyDeleteOh, so fabulous! I loved this book (yes, I was one of those ravers) and can't wait for the next in the series!
ReplyDeleteHappy reading!
Mary @ Book Swarm
Excellent. My heart stopped when I read the first clause in your first sentence, but it restarted when I completed the line. Happy you liked this one!
ReplyDeleteSo far, this is my fav book of the year. Great review!
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Truly Bookish
I'm so excited for this....and I don't normally like dystopia. I keep hearing wonderful things about it. I love it when 400 pages just fly by.
ReplyDeleteI'm in the middle of reading this book and I'm enjoying A LOT! Great review!
ReplyDeleteThis book is amazing !! I Loved it and I think it's one of my favorites (with The Hunger Games)!
ReplyDeleteI recommend Divergent to all those who haven't read it yet !
I can't wait to read Insurgent !!!
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charmaine of IT Consulting Dallas