Reviewed by Amber (The Literary Phoenix) on
I loved this book. I only come across one or two books a year that I love. They have to be fabulously written, immersing, surprising, visual, and perfect. To me, Divergent is.
I don't want to compare it to the movie here, so I'll just tell you what I know.
The main character, Beatrice, is strong, resolute, and brave. She's well-rounded and different. I am so tired of the stereotypical heroine, I could tear my hair out. I loved Tris. I rarely even like the protagonist, so this is a big deal.
Minor characters? They were great. Different and infuriating all at once. The love interest both is and isn't tall, dark, and handsome. There are no love triangles. 10 points to Gryffindor.
The world is richly detailed, but leaves plenty for the imagination to fill in. It follows the traditional feel of a post apocalyptic world, but there's more to it, as though it's just a bubble. It feels familiar, and leaves you wanting to know more.
The plot - it's pretty original, although it follows typical dystopian lines. It won't be very surprising, but it is engrossing.
I am left wanting more.
Needless to say, I'll be reading Insurgent.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 12 June, 2014: Finished reading
- 12 June, 2014: Reviewed