The Selection Series by Kiera Cass -> Restarting November 1st, 2020

[Jenn]

Chapters 13-21: (view spoiler)[ how can america be so jealous of kriss when she's sneaking off with aspen??? And now with maxon gone apparently aspen is gonna make his move. I sense someone getting caught soon! And she honestly deserves it at this point for how dumb shes being (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Finished: (view spoiler)[ ugh i have a like/hate relstionship with this book. Mostly with America ans her stupidity. I will admit her ideas are good and she wants things to change but i also agree with maxon that she doesn't think things through. Also this crap with Aspen needs to go and I'm pretty sure he's a traitor. As for the completion itself, i wish it were more of one. I don't understand why they keep dragging it out and maxon making out qith celeste was weird. Ugh just torn. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 1-6: (view spoiler)[ America, please for the love of anything holy, give up on Aspen. The whole 'I'm going to keep him around because I may need him' is selfish and shallow. Aside from that, hopefully we get some more actual eliminations soon. But the real gem so far is August Illea showing up. Interested to see how this plays out. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 7-12: (view spoiler)[ Well now things are happening! America realized she loves Maxon but still won't tell him. It was nice to see Celeste break down and become more human. And now America and Maxon are sneaking out to meet August. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 13-18: (view spoiler)[ Sigh, America just doesn't know when to stop, does she? No matter how many times people tell her that in order to enact change you must tread carefully, she still thinks she's above all that. I get that she wants to help but come on. She needs to reel in her pride. This is also true when concerning Maxon - she wants so much from him but won't give anything in return. And I'm still waiting for her secret regarding Aspen to come out. Wouldn't it just be nice if he fell in love with her maid and everything settled quietly...? (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 19-24: (view spoiler)[Her dad :( I really liked him. One good thing that seems to have come out of this trip home is that Aspen and her seem to finally realize they aren't meant to be. I still think that's going to come out just because it's too big of a plot point to not. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Finished: (view spoiler)[ Well...I didn't expect that ending. I wished that the Queen could have survived. I would have loved to see her reaction to everything. Of course the Aspen thing came out and of course there was drama. I did gasp when Celeste was killed. And I have to admit, I'm intrigued by the final two books (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

The Queen: (view spoiler)[ I liked getting to see the Queen during her Selection days and also seeing the King before he was the douche we know in the series. The Queen was very demure and very much the 'I will do anything my husband asks' type. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

The Prince: (view spoiler)[ I enjoyed being in Maxon's head and seeing how he dealt with the beginning of the Selection. He does have a little conceited side but I guess when you're a prince it's expected lol. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

The Guard: (view spoiler)[ Umm this didn't really endear me to Aspen that much and I'm pretty sure that was the point of this. IDK, I never felt their relationship to begin with and in this it just seemed like Aspen was grasping - afraid to let go of his past. I think if the author had wanted us to feel more torn in the love triangle, we shouldn't need a novella to show us one of the guys - we should have felt it in the book itself. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

The Favorite: (view spoiler)[ I really liked Marlee and was happy to see some things from her POV. Her and Carter were adorable and probably have the best love story in the set. Also really happy they got their happy ending and Maxon pardoned them. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Scenes from Celeste: (view spoiler)[I don't think I would have liked to have been in Celeste's head early on, because like most people, I disliked her greatly. But seeing her throughout the series and what becomes of her, I'm glad we got these little snippets. (hide spoiler)]

After The One: (view spoiler)[ Short but cute announcement that America is pregnant. It was nice to see a little part of their life after the selection where they can just be together. Also, some familiar faces appearing. (hide spoiler)]

Where are they now: (view spoiler)[ I wish she would have done some of the other girls along with the ones she showed. Kriss's was a little sad of course but I liked Elise's and was happy to see her find her place with her family. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 1-6: (view spoiler)[ Well Eadlyn is a little spoiled brat now isn't she? Talk about elitist. Also, am I wrong in thinking that Kile is going to play a role in this? Their animosity towards each other seems to good to pass up. It's also nice to see past characters still around. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapter 7-12: (view spoiler)[ Oh yeah Eadlyn is a brat. How she treats everyone is horrible. Even seeing it through her eyes doesn't make it better. Also, totally called it between her and Kile. I also kind of adore Henri and his translator. He's just so happy all of the time. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 13-18: (view spoiler)[ She literally just insulted the hell out of her maid and then was upset when the maid left! She's freaking clueless as to how the world works and honestly, I don't think she would make a good queen because of it. Also Kile is way too nice for her. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 19-24: (view spoiler)[ The cooking idea was really cute. I have a feeling though she's starting to see Erick as a suitor and not just a translator which could go really bad. And while I like him and Henri, even Hale, I'm still partial to Kile because I love the good ole hate to love trope. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Meant to comment again sooner. Ch 14 (view spoiler)[I cannot believe Maxon was so forthcoming with Gavril!. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 17(view spoiler)[oh Maxon has some big thigns to think about now! . (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Done (view spoiler)[I am glad she is telling Aspen how it is for now. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Finished: (view spoiler)[ So many things! Eadlyn was such a bitch to her brother all because she's selfish! Then her mother having a heart attack. I swear, if Cass ends this the same with a parents death..just no. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 1-6: (view spoiler)[Well, at least she's trying..I 'm still finding it very hard to sympathize with her. Also, I'm not sure I trust this Marid guy. Very convenient timing. I also still don't trust Ean very much. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapter 7-12: (view spoiler)[ Ugh I feel like this thing with Marid is baaaddddd. Also, I really adore Henri but how could that possibly work? (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Chapters 13-18: (view spoiler)[ So now she's going to be Queen. Is is sad that my first thought wasn't, oh this is sweet she's doing something for her family? But she is getting better. Also, called it with Ean being gay. I'm actually very happy Cass is showing diversity here. Didn't expect it from Hale but I knew he needed to leave anyway. It's probably going to come down between Kile and Henri with some Erick drama thrown in. (hide spoiler)]

[Nicole]

she does get a little better in this book. she grows a lot after the incident with the queen

[Jenn]

Chapters 19-25: (view spoiler)[ Ok Marid is a slimeball and I hope they can deal with him without causing too much turmoil. I knew something would happen with Erick, but I keep thinking about poor Henri :( He's such a sweetie and is trying soooo hard. Sigh, and I guess I was wrong about Kile. (hide spoiler)]

[Jenn]

Finished: (view spoiler)[ Well that surprised me. I kinda teared up a few times and I didn't expect that. I'm really glad that Henri was super happy for Erick and that Kile is getting his dream. Even Hale with being the designer of the wedding dress. Also, way to take charge there Queen. Oh and Lady Bryce is her aunt?? What?? Maxon's dad was a bigger douche than we knew! (hide spoiler)]

[Nicole]

Jenn wrote: "
Finished: [spoilers removed]"

(view spoiler)[OMG I loved the ending of this. I feel like she did a lot of growing up and she did a great job of putting others dreams and goals in front of her own. Which showed how sellfless she had become. I also loved the fact that Henri saw what she was doing. So being selfless for herself really paid off and she got her HEA. It was a great ending! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 7(view spoiler)[.Talking with dad...Wow. Thats always a big deal. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 10(view spoiler)[Oh I do not like what they did to Marlee. Law or not! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

CH 26(view spoiler)[Interesting diary entries from Gregory Iliea. Not sure what she is thinking though. America those are suppose to be secret!! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Done(view spoiler)[How can Maxon not see how when he treats one girl special in front of the others (Kirss in front of America) it hurts them and causes issues betweent the girls? (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 6(view spoiler)[HArdly believe they are meeting with rebels... (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 13(view spoiler)[America was so sweet to Paige. And can't believe she was shot!. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 23 (view spoiler)[Glad to see Maxon stand up to his father. Demanding tyrant of a king! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Done(view spoiler)[Okay I would have though Maxon would at least want an explanation about Aspen. ANd how was she locked up so long?! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 7 (view spoiler)[Marlee being firm?? Rare... (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 13 (view spoiler)[Okay, at times I think she is triying for humor but Eadlyn just sounds snide toward them all. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 18 (view spoiler)[ I think Maxon built her up with too much confidence and no humility and this proves it! (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Done (view spoiler)[ I like how the boys rally around her and her family as support (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 7 (view spoiler)[Erik is so sweet and patient with her. I am glad she is finally loosening up. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 11 (view spoiler)[ I love seeing her try so hard to work with Henri on the language barrier (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Ch 20(view spoiler)[ Cannot believe she is queen. I don't feel she is ready. Politically maybe but not with the people still. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Done (view spoiler)[ Ahh I want a foraward shot to their future!! What happens to the country? What do the people choose? DO they lead a simple life? (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Happily Ever After

Queen (view spoiler)[.Even then Clark was a jerk! Why does she marry this arse! (hide spoiler)]

Prince (view spoiler)[Daphne should have been more understanding. . (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Guard (view spoiler)[.How can he be so obsessive for so long then instantly like someone else? (hide spoiler)]

Favorite (view spoiler)[..Well that was dull. I don't need to be in Marlee's head again. (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Celeste(view spoiler)[Intersting. She really was a complex character that no one understood (hide spoiler)]

[Jamie]

Maid (view spoiler)[Sweet. I do like her (hide spoiler)]

After (view spoiler)[glad they added this. Need it for The crown too!! (hide spoiler)]

[Aly]

*********RESTARTING JANUARY 3RD 2020***********

[Aly]

ch 6 (view spoiler)[This is definitely a dystopian society. The caste system is terrible, it traps people in poverty and contributes to more crime. Poor Gerad doesn't want to be an artist but has to just because he's a five. I get that Aspen doesn't want to drag America down, but he has no faith in them and if he feels that way than it's probably better they break up. (hide spoiler)]
ch 13 (view spoiler)[ I'm glad America and Maxon are friends and have a deal to help each other. I don't think she should go back to Aspen, he really hurt her. The attacks on the castle are scary and I wonder what the rebels want? (hide spoiler)]
ch 18 (view spoiler)[ Ooh America told Maxon she could fall in love with him! I think they'd be great together. I wish Celeste would be kicked out, she's so fake and is going to cause problems. (hide spoiler)]
finished (view spoiler)[ That last attack where they got into the castle was crazy. They're definitely looking for something. And the whole thing about not having history books is very suspicious. I don't like that Aspen is back and I think America should focus on Maxon instead. (hide spoiler)]

[Aly]

ch 10 (view spoiler)[ Awh, I remember being so sad that Marlee was hurt and cast out because she loves Carter. Especially because that's what America is doing. I just want America to give up Aspen and be with Maxon, they're so perfect together. (hide spoiler)]