Author: Kiera Cass
Pages: 327
Publisher: HarperTeen
For thirty-five girls, the chance to escape the life laid out for them since birth. To be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels. To go to the palace and compete for the heart of the gorgeous Prince Maxon.
But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her. Leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want. Living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks.
Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself- and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined.
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After the Fourth World War, America has fallen and a new place called Illea has taken it's place. Illea follows the castes system, there are 8 castes, One (the royals) being the richest and Eight being the poorest.
America Singer is a 5. She is in a secret relationship with her family friend's son. Why is it a secret? Well, Aspen is a 6, one caste lower than America and that is a big no no. Then The Selection happens. The Selection is a televised competition wherein 35 single girls between the ages 16 to 20 apply to be chosen and hopefully get a chance to win the heart of Prince Maxon and the throne.
America never wanted to enter The Selection and ignores her mother's wishes so isn't it a surprise when none other than Aspen convinces her to enter.
To cut the long story short, America gets selected(she didn't see that one coming) then Aspen breaks her heart(See Aspen isn't that great)and before she knew it she was on her way to the palace to compete in the Selection.
When, my friend lent me the book, I literally spent the whole night reading it. The story took me into a completely different world. I really enjoyed reading this book in America's perspective. She is a really kind and interesting girl whose endearing love for her family will surely capture your heart as it has mine. She puts you through a whirlpool of emotions as you see the ups and downs of The Selection. You can feel the heartbreak as she tries to sort out her feelings which are thrown into a disarray after meeting Prince Maxon.
Now I have one question for you are you Team Aspen or Team Maxon?(You don't even have to read it yet just say Team Maxon.)
This is a book that has been wonderfully executed by the author and keeps you flipping the pages for more. So I suggest you all read this book, I know you won't regret it.
Oh and if you have read it already, vote either Team Maxon or Team Aspen in the poll :) Just so you know if you are Team Aspen, you are no longer welcome to this blog.. jokee! :)
Happy Reading!
America Singer is a 5. She is in a secret relationship with her family friend's son. Why is it a secret? Well, Aspen is a 6, one caste lower than America and that is a big no no. Then The Selection happens. The Selection is a televised competition wherein 35 single girls between the ages 16 to 20 apply to be chosen and hopefully get a chance to win the heart of Prince Maxon and the throne.
America never wanted to enter The Selection and ignores her mother's wishes so isn't it a surprise when none other than Aspen convinces her to enter.
To cut the long story short, America gets selected(she didn't see that one coming) then Aspen breaks her heart(See Aspen isn't that great)and before she knew it she was on her way to the palace to compete in the Selection.
When, my friend lent me the book, I literally spent the whole night reading it. The story took me into a completely different world. I really enjoyed reading this book in America's perspective. She is a really kind and interesting girl whose endearing love for her family will surely capture your heart as it has mine. She puts you through a whirlpool of emotions as you see the ups and downs of The Selection. You can feel the heartbreak as she tries to sort out her feelings which are thrown into a disarray after meeting Prince Maxon.
Now I have one question for you are you Team Aspen or Team Maxon?(You don't even have to read it yet just say Team Maxon.)
This is a book that has been wonderfully executed by the author and keeps you flipping the pages for more. So I suggest you all read this book, I know you won't regret it.
Oh and if you have read it already, vote either Team Maxon or Team Aspen in the poll :) Just so you know if you are Team Aspen, you are no longer welcome to this blog.. jokee! :)
Happy Reading!
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