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Feb 07, 2019 Lennis rated it liked it

I’m not really interested in the love triangle, but I do think the sociopolitical aspects of the series are interesting as well as the haziness of the truth about what happened in the past. If the book had grabbed me before the last third, I’d have thrown in another star. I’m definitely starting the next one right away though!

I wish all the problems between Maxton and America didn’t all result from them not talking to each other. That’s my least favorite romance trope. Well, after surprise babi ...more

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Apr 22, 2013 Amanda rated it really liked it

Shelves: young-adult, 4-stars, dystopian

I am still trying to figure out my feelings about this book. I agree with Casey J Tuck, so much.

I have absolutely no feelings about Aspen, as we haven't really seen him as a character in this but as an option that exists mostly whenever Maxon isn't on scene. We don't see what he's doing, how he feels much about his life (except the once), or how he reacts to anything but the royal display. I just feel that because of that he's more a cardboard cutout than a person, which is sad given the amount I am still trying to figure out my feelings about this book. I agree with Casey J Tuck, so much.

I have absolutely no feelings about Aspen, as we haven't really seen him as a character in this but as an option that exists mostly whenever Maxon isn't on scene. We don't see what he's doing, how he feels much about his life (except the once), or how he reacts to anything but the royal display. I just feel that because of that he's more a cardboard cutout than a person, which is sad given the amounts she tried to give to everyone else in this.

I feel like I still waffle back and forth on whether I care much about America herself, or am annoyed she doesn't do more with everything right at her fingertips. She's defined entirely by her choice between Aspen or Maxon, and she tosses back and forth between these two boys and never really takes her stand for herself. But I do like that she takes a stand against both of them during this book. Earlier in the book against Maxon's actions, and later in the book demanding Aspen step off when he tries to confuse her while she's hurting her.

I love the Maids. So. Much. I love them being around. I love the slightly deeper looking into their lives and dreams we get, and I love how they adopt [spoiler] when she's in the picture. I love The Important Fight scene, and if you've read it, you know what I mean. That just NEEDED to happen, and I was so glad to see it.

Everything with America's best friend was impeccable, though I was shocked the text never drew the comparisons between that situation and the things America was doing. The fact the same thing could happen to her on any and every single day she continued to do what she was doing. Aside from that, the horrible part was amazing, as was the (un-)surprising conclusion.

My favorite part is still probably the rebels. The curtsey and the books. Bring me more of this invading world we've been getting closer and closer to. I really can't wait to see how "The One" will bring these threads all together. ...more

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May 03, 2015 Kate rated it it was ok

Shelves: young-adult

Yawn - characters, world, plot. Plus lack of logical thinking by the "smart" main character. ...more

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Nov 01, 2013 Terri rated it it was ok

Shelves: all_part_of_the_job

Wow she is wishy washy and he is a closemouthed prick who wants everything his way.

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Aug 17, 2016 Cindy rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2016

There were several times when I got so exasperated with American I just had to shut my kindle and walk away. I wanted to yell at her to just shut up. Overall, a good story and I'm looking forward to starting The One soon, but I think I enjoyed The Selection more over this one. Also, just a side note to all YA authors, enough with the freaking love triangles already! ...more

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