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Divergent is a gripping story with a spunky heroine in a strangely believable dystopian world where people are divided into five groups—Abnegation, Candor, Dauntless, Amity and Erudite. Beatrice, who is raised in Abnegation and taught to think of others before herself, secretly wants to be in Dauntless. When she turns sixteen, she is made to take a test to determine which group would be best for her and it turns out that, unlike most people, Beatrice doesn't only have one inclination. She doesn't fit neatly into one category; she is divergent.
In a world where everything is determined by what group you belong to, being divergent is dangerous. Beatrice must choose a group and, to her parents' disappointment, she chooses Dauntless. Her brother also chooses to leave Abnegation in favor of Erudite. After this, Beatrice's world is one test after another. First, she must build up her physical strength and prove how physically dauntless she is. Many initiates don't make it past this phase and they end up living on the outskirts of society. After this phase, Beatrice, or Tris, as she renames herself, must prove how mentally dauntless she is. It turns out that because of her divergence, she is mentally very strong and can overcome her fears easily.
However, life in Dauntless is always a little scary and there are threats of political upheaval in the background. Plus, Tris starts having feelings for her mentor at Dauntless, a boy named Four who, she later discovers, also came originally from Abnegation. Together, Tris and Four must keep an eye out for those who are more cruel than they are dauntless, and also prevent a political coup by the leaders of Erudite and Dauntless.
Tris is a very likable character, partly because she's so open to new experiences, moving from Abnegation into Dauntless. She really digs deep within herself to find that core of bravery which doesn't always come easy. On the outside, she develops a tough exterior, but she's still sensitive and cares for people. Throughout the book, there's a feeling that something sinister is going on and Tris and Four must keep an eye out to make sure that they don't get caught up in it. Plus, the romance between the two is quite touching at times, especially when Four lets Tris see all his inner fears so that she can know who he really is. Perhaps this act of opening up to the one you love is the most dauntless of them all.
Veronica Roth, author of Divergent, is a graduate of Northwestern University's Creative Writing program. In 2011, she married photographer Nelson Fitch and they currently live in the Chicago area where Divergent is also set. Roth has written a sequel to Divergent named Insurgent and book three in the series is forthcoming in the fall of 2013. The movie version of Divergent, starring Kate Winslet and Shailene Woodley is set to release in 2014. On her website, Roth claims that although she hopes that she would choose Dauntless just like her heroine does, she thinks she's much more likely to choose Abnegation.
"I loved loved loved this book! it was completely insane and almost hurt physically to put it down. Seriously Divergent is like an obsession of mine. I can't thank Veronica Roth enough for writing it :). Divergent is definitely for people who are into the whole dystopian thing (duh) and romance and strength and.... agh!!!! i need her to come out with the third book in the series. i loved divergent so much i immediately went to barnes and noble to get the collectors edition of insurgent after reading this entire book in about a span of like 2 days. definitely one of my favs and i'd absolutely reccomend reading it."
— Sierra (5 out of 5 stars)
Publisher Summary
Discover or return to the dystopian series that's captured the hearts of millions of teen and adult readers! This first in Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling Divergent series of books is the novel the inspired the major motion picture starring Shailene Woodley, Theo James, and Kate Winslet.
Perfect for fans of the Hunger Games and Maze Runner series, Divergent and its sequels, Insurgent and Allegiant, are the gripping story of a dystopian world transformed by courage, self-sacrifice, and love. Fans of the Divergent movie will find the book packed with just as much emotional depth and exhilarating action as the film, all told in beautiful, rich language.
One choice can transform you. Beatrice Prior's society is divided into five factions—Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). Beatrice must choose between staying with her Abnegation family and transferring factions.
Her choice will shock her community and herself. But the newly christened Tris also has a secret, one she's determined to keep hidden, because in this world, what makes you different makes you dangerous.
And don't miss The Fates Divide, Veronica Roth's powerful sequel to the bestselling Carve the Mark!
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“A captivating, fascinating book.”
— James Dashner, New York Times bestselling author of The Maze Runner -
“Divergent clearly has thrills, but it also movingly explores a more common adolescent anxiety—the painful realization that coming into one’s own sometimes means leaving family behind, both ideologically and physically.”
— New York Times -
“Edgy…Roth’s descriptions of Tris’ initiation process are as spellbinding as they are violent, while the tremulous romance between Tris and her protective and demanding instructor, Four, unfurls with heart-stopping tenderness. For those who loved The Hunger Games and are willing to brave the sometimes sadistic tests of strength and courage Tris must endure, the reward is a memorable, unpredictable journey from which it is nearly impossible to turn away.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review) -
“Emma Galvin’s blunt narration of this dystopian novel portrays Tris’ gruff exterior as she defies expectations, her own included, with her choice. Galvin conveys Tris’ emotional growth as she moves through a brutal initiation, making new friends and finding first love. Though Galvin’s narration is concentrated on giving Tris the perfect voice, she never neglects the secondary characters. Poignant moments with Tris’ mother and Four, her leader and love, are subtly nuanced to let listeners hear the terror Tris often hides. When she discovers a plot to overthrow the government, the pace never slackens, and listeners will hold their breath waiting to see if she can survive the day.”
— AudioFile -
“While Divergent will attract fans of The Hunger Games, Roth’s nonstop action, excellent voice, and simple yet accessible writing style will draw in many new readers to the genre. The themes are particularly poignant for young adults trying to identify their place in the world—having the choice to follow in your parents’ footsteps or do something new. The budding relationship between Beatrice and her trainer will entice those with a taste for romance as well as action. This is a fast-paced and fun read.”
— VOYA -
“Roth paints her canvas with the same brush as Suzanne Collins. The plot, scenes, and characters are different but the colors are the same and just as rich. Fans of Collins, dystopias, and strong female characters will love this novel.”
— School Library Journal -
“Roth is wisely merciless with her characters…[and] there is no doubt readers will respond to the gutsy action and romance.”
— Booklist -
“Riveting. Roth has taken the the standard sci-fi dystopia and transformed it into an action-packed psychological thriller with romance. Beatrice is a believable and relatable character, and her journey will keep you up late reading!”
— RT Book Reviews (4½ stars, Top Pick!)
Awards
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A #1 New York Times bestseller
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Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award
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Selected for the Summer 2011 Indie Next List for Young Adults
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Nominated as an ALA Top Book for Teens in 2012
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A 2014 Abraham Lincoln Award Nominee
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Winner of the 2011 RT Award for Best Young Adult Protagonist
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A 2011 Publishers Weekly Best Book: Children’s Fiction
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A #1 USA Today bestseller
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A Wall Street Journal bestseller
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A 2011 NPR Best Book
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A Chicago Tribune bestseller
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A 2012 Booklist Best Book for Young Adults
Divergent Listener Reviews
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dzyner, 3/26/2018
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" Action packed novel written in a similar style to the Hunger Games. I enjoyed it and it was a fast read! Looking forward to reading book two. "
— Julie, 2/2/2014 -
" Amazing! The elements of both violence and love are perfectly intertwined. I love the fact that this is not a love triangle and more of a love story unfolding. All of the factions strengths are not explicit other than Abnegation and Dauntless. The ending caught me off guard. One scene really broke my heart because of the outcome of the situation. Overall, one on my favorite books. "
— Liz, 2/2/2014 -
" I can't believe it took me so long to read this book. I read an article about the upcoming film and decided I might as well bump Divergent up the reading list and I am so glad I did. The storyline drew me in and would not let me go. I ended up reading the entire thing in one sitting and am about to do the same with Insurgent. It's gonna be an all nighter folks and I am looking forward to it. The curiosity about what will happen to all the different characters is killing me. "
— Danielle, 1/29/2014 -
" Amazing! I love this book and just enough description for my taste. I want to learn more about the other factions which I think will happen in Insurgent. "
— Jen, 1/27/2014 -
" The book seems borig and slow paced in the beginning at as soon as the choosing of faction happens eveything gets really exciting and interesting!! "
— Esh, 1/18/2014 -
" This is my daughters book, but when I read it I was totally engrossed for the duration. "
— Becki, 1/7/2014 -
" I'm in love with Four. "
— Mara, 1/7/2014 -
" I love This book. I can't stop reading and want to find out what will happen next. It's so interesting and recommend anybody to read this book. "
— Chantel, 11/19/2013 -
" Too many expectations can lead to bigger disappointments. I don't understand the hype. "
— Anonymous, 11/8/2013 -
" It was pretty good. Don't want to read the sequel. Will if it gets popular. "
— Jason, 11/1/2013 -
" I think that this book is amazing. It grabs your attention in the beginning of the book and holds on to it throughout the entire book. Definitely one of the best books I have ever read. "
— Daniel, 10/24/2013 -
" A page turner for sure, a great dystopian and futuristic setting with a female protagonist that was born to be different. I really like this genre and recommend it if you do too. "
— Steven, 9/1/2012 -
" This book was absolutely AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! Veronica roth has got some serious talents! "
— Keana, 8/16/2012 -
" I didn't thrill me. I predicted the twists, thought the characters were somewhat transparent, and the delivery lacklustre. Not sorry to have read it, but I won't read the sequel. "
— Jason, 6/28/2012 -
" Really good. It's like The Hunger Games meets The Giver meets The Bourne Identity all in one. A superb futuristic adventure. Which, turns out, I'm a sucker for. "
— Briana, 5/4/2012 -
" I really enjoyed this book. It does have similarities to Delirium, but a good read none the less :) "
— Jessica, 12/22/2011 -
" Loved it, loved it, loved it! A lot of people compared this book to "Hunger Games" and while there are some similarities, this book is uniquely different. I love Beatrice (Tris) and I especially like how the book shows the evolution of who she is and how she changes. "
— Lisa, 11/26/2011 -
" Great book, very reminiscent of The Hunger Games, but a little less isolated, if that makes any sense. The relationship between the hero and the heroine makes sense, which doesn't always happen in YA. "
— Courtney, 10/11/2011 -
" Wow. I haven't had a book keep me up until 2 am two nights in a row in a long time. glad I picked up this one "
— Amy, 10/4/2011 -
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Lee Smith, 7/6/2011
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" I never thought I would be able to find a book as good as the hunger games. But this was amazing. Veronica Roth did an excellent job. Can't wait for the sequel! "
— Tori, 5/23/2011 -
" This book was awesome. Pretty much action packed from. Start to finish, the characters were well developed and the ending left me wanting more. Two thumbs up.<br/> "
— Sabine, 5/23/2011 -
" Well a good book with some similarities with Hunger Games but for my taste not good enough to really compare it with first HG which was masterpiece to me.Starting from chapter 30 my interest raised a bit but before that I was kind of bored because of action absence.But hey that's me. "
— Jevgeni, 5/23/2011 -
" Not quite as good as The Hunger Games, but much better than Matched. The story gets a tad slow at times, but picks up towards the end. Definitely worth reading! "
— Emily, 5/22/2011 -
" Read this for my YA book club for Adults. It was a fast pace good read. Very much like the Hunger Games and at the end you are left with a lot of questions for the next book to fill in. "
— Patti, 5/22/2011 -
" Seriously so awesome I can't even begin to explain! I loved it. Great world building, strong characters, excellent Dystopic voice, suspenseful plot. Favorite book in a long time. "
— Erin, 5/22/2011 -
" This is a 4.5 for me. I really loved it. It was hard to put down, and both the story and the writing were awesome. It really does live up to all the hype...in a sea of very "been there, done that" dystopian books right now, this one truly stands out. "
— Jessica, 5/22/2011 -
" Great YA read. Like the Hunger Games, only not as graphically violent. Definitely one of the best dystopias I've read in the onslaught that has followed Collins' trilogy. It's a little predictable, but Roth doesn't shy away from pulling the hard punches like killing off beloved characters. "
— Catherine, 5/22/2011 -
" 4.5 Stars.<br/>Divergent is the best book I've read in a while. I think it's the best dystopian book I've read since the Hunger Games series. I loved Tris and I loved Four. The story line was compelling and this book really made me think. "
— Sara, 5/22/2011 -
" This is probably closer to 2 stars than 4..... "
— John, 5/22/2011 -
" I loved this book I finshed it the day I stated it "
— Amy, 5/22/2011 -
" Took a little while to really get into, but once I was hooked I couldn't put it down. If you loved The Hunger Games, you will love this book. "
— Phelicia, 5/21/2011
About Veronica Roth
Veronica Roth is the New York Times bestselling author of the Divergent series. She is a graduate of Northwestern University’s creative writing program.
About Emma Galvin
Emma Galvin won the 2011 Audie Award for best fiction narration, was a finalist for the Audie Award in 2012, and won six AudioFile Earphones Awards for her narrations. A graduate of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, her film appearances include My Suicidal Sweetheart, A Perfect Fit, and The Big Bad Swim. She has performed in several regional theater productions, including Love Punky, The Power of Birds, and The Realm.