Kiera Cass's Number 1 New York Times bestselling Selection series has enchanted readers from the very first page. In this fourth romantic novel, follow Illea's royal family into a whole new Selection - and find out what happens after happily ever after.
Kiera Cass's #1 New York Times bestselling Selection series has enchanted readers from the very first page. In this fourth romantic novel, follow Illea's royal family into a whole new Selection-and find out what happens after happily ever after.
Eighteen years ago, America Singer entered the Selection and won Prince Maxon's heart. Now the time has come for Princess Eadlyn to hold a Selection of her own. Eadlyn doesn't expect her Selection to be anything like her parents' fairy-tale love story...but as the competition begins, she may discover that finding her own happily ever after isn't as impossible as she's always thought.
A new generation of swoonworthy characters and captivating romance awaits in the fourth book of the Selection series!
- ISBN10 1467601683
- ISBN13 9781467601689
- Publish Date 5 May 2015
- Publish Status Unknown
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc
- Imprint HarperCollins
- Format Audiobook
- Language English
Reviews
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Chelsea
I was pleasantly surprised with this book. I thought the first part of this series was ok but I think I liked this book a little bit more than the others. I thought it was cool seeing the selection in the point of view of the person who was doing the selecting. I can tell being on either end is hard but this was a different perspective.
I really liked seeing the characters from the other books grown up. I thought it was really fun seeing them all a little older though it was frustrating because they all still acted like children.
I’m really liking a few of our bachelors. I honestly can’t tell who is going to be chosen! I think that’s part of the appeal for this book. I really don’t know what’s going to happen but I have some favourites that I’m hoping will go far!
What I Didn't Love
I really didn’t like Eadlyn for about the first half of this book. I thought she was a real snob and hated her with a passion. Closer to the end I started to tolerate her a little more but I still wouldn’t say that I liked her. She was too focused on the little things which I guess since she’s a teenager is pretty accurate. She acted like one that’s for sure. She probably could have used a slap to the face a few times because she really was pretty horrible.
I also wasn’t blown away by the plot line. It was interesting and not too bad but there’s not really much going on besides the selection. There’s supposed to be some people rebelling against the new system but it’s only ever mentioned in passing kind of like in the first book about the rebels. I think this author isn’t too great at writing the bigger picture.
Who I'd Recommend To
I think that if you liked the first books in The Selection series then you’d like this one too. It has the same feel and writing style but it also has the same plot holes and a lack of developed characters.
liz089
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jesstheaudiobookworm
So. Freaking. Good.
But the ending was rather abrupt (setting up for the next installment, I'm sure). Can't wait!
girlinthepages
It was also interesting to see the male suitors partake in a selection. While there was a rather heavy handed attempt at almost-assault in one instance that I think could’ve been handled better, I enjoy seeing the way the boys befriend and betray each other, as it shows that it’s not just the stereotypical reality-tv show female stereotype that can be catty or manipulative; the males can be just as cunning and cruel. I especially love the love-hate relationship she has going on with Kyle, and I’m quite intrigued by Ean (I think that’s his name? It’s been a few months since I read this…) as well.
Overall: My favorite book in the Selection series so far, Eadlyn is a independent and intelligent, if at times bratty, protagonist who’s a lot less annoying than America. It showcases the country after her parents implement the abolishing of the caste system, and the repercussions of their idealistic plan. Also, there’s no aggravating love triangle so far, which was my main complaint about the previous three books in the series. It’s quite enjoyable for a light dystopian read, and I’m excited for the next installment.
Katie King
I'm so conflicted about this series. It's that exboyfriend you're entirely incompatible with, that you fought with often and treated each other terribly, yet whenever you see his cute face you get roped back into his arms for a brief period of time. I think this series is crap, yet I've read every book. WHY?
There isn't a whole lot to say that hasn't been said before. The writing, plot, pacing, etc is all still pretty rough, just like the rest of the series. Eadlyn is a spoiled, selfish brat and I wish I could slap her across the face. Kile has a dumb name and needs to give himself more credit. I don't blame Ahren for ditching Eadlyn after how she behaved over Camille. Best wishes to them on their Eadlyn-less life, I know they'll be happy now! And yet, even after he leaves Eadlyn doesn't take an ounce of responsibility.
At no point does she ever take responsibility for her own actions. Everything is someone else's fault or responsibility. She is a COMPLETELY unlikable character in every aspect. She talks down to her handmaiden and doesn't understand why she gets upset. She treats the Selected like crap and doesn't understand why their feelings are hurt. Maybe she's "just protecting herself" from her feelings, but nobody I know does that in such a way that they could be considered such a complete bitch 100% of the time.
The plot was pretty dumb. Instalove is everywhere. Cold-hearted one second, falling for seven guys at once the next. I would say thank god the terrible rebel subplot is gone but GUESS WHAT? IT'S HERE TO STAY. Good thing Eadlyn axed so many guys in the beginning to ensure that there isn't more than one remaining book in the series. Which we all know I will read.
Angie
The premise of The Heir is kind of silly. I still totally love the whole idea of the Selection, but it felt forced here. At least all of the characters are aware that it's out of place and just a distraction, not a fix for the problem. But them noticing that almost made me feel like it was a cover up to make this new Selection make sense in spite of things. Like, there was no way to make it feel natural, since it's no longer a requirement of the royal family. It was weird, but once it got going, I was once again hooked! Eadlyn has a varied group of boys and they're all interesting, if not all likeable.
Eadlyn is a brat. There's really no other way to put it. She's spoiled and destined to be queen, and that bit of knowledge has gone straight to her head. It's not like she's completely awful, but that girl needs to get off her high horse. However, it's not like she's just this terrible character. It's very obvious that her main character arc is going to be her opening up to people and being more aware. Her whole family points out that she's very closed off and that the citizens feel like she's distant. Eadlyn thinks she's this strong, powerful woman who doesn't need anyone behind her, especially a man. That's great and all, but not if she doesn't treat people right. Half the time she doesn't even realize how she comes across, so this whole Selection is a learning process for her, since she's never had much interaction with people outside her family. Heck, she's even ignorant about the castle staff who she sees everyday! She's very entitled and caught up in her own little queendom, and she needs a reality check.
I know this all sounds quite negative, but I did really enjoy The Heir. It's the kind of fun, bookcandy that I adore. It wasn't nearly as good as the previous books, but I suspect it'll get better from here. It was just a shift in tone, I guess. I needed more time to warm up to Eadlyn and settle into her character, which is fine. I'm loving the actual Selection so far, since it's such a disaster! I do have a favorite, and I'm hoping he becomes a main love interest. I might be totally, way, super off, but I hope not!
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