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Book Review: Insurgent by Veronica Roth

Kathryn Cooper

THIS IS BOOK 2 IN THE SERIES!
Book 1: Divergent ( MY REVIEW )

Title: Insurgent
Author: Veronica Roth
Publisher: HarperTeen
Release Date: May 2012
Pages: 525
Series: Divergent #2
Source: Library
5 Stars: I LOVED IT!

One choice can transform you–or it can destroy you. But every choice has consequences, and as unrest surges in the factions all around her, Tris Prior must continue trying to save those she loves–and herself–while grappling with haunting questions of grief and forgiveness, identity and loyalty, politics and love.

Tris’s initiation day should have been marked by celebration and victory with her chosen faction; instead, the day ended with unspeakable horrors. War now looms as conflict between the factions and their ideologies grows. And in times of war, sides must be chosen, secrets will emerge, and choices will become even more irrevocable–and even more powerful. Transformed by her own decisions but also by haunting grief and guilt, radical new discoveries, and shifting relationships, Tris must fully embrace her Divergence, even if she does not know what she may lose by doing so.

“New York Times” bestselling author Veronica Roth’s much-anticipated second book of the dystopian “Divergent” series is another intoxicating thrill ride of a story, rich with hallmark twists, heartbreaks, romance, and powerful insights about human nature.

My Thoughts:
Wow. This book made me so stressed. Talk about feeling attached to the characters! This book and series is great if you love adventure and sitting on the edge of your seat while biting your nails.

Insurgent started right where Divergent ended. I hadn’t read Divergent in awhile so I was a bit lost at first with all the names and references to what happened. I still think I should go back and re-read these books. They are so full of detail. I loved the world building. These people are in factions where their good attributes are starting to show flaws. Take the faction Dauntless for example. Bravery was great until some let it turn into recklessness. It’s so interesting to see how everyone reacts to the bad things happening.

Tris had been through a lot in book 1. Her behavior was now a bit unpredictable. Tris wasn’t the type of heroine who fights to live. She was very human and flawed and raw at this point. She was so real. That’s why I loved her character even more in this book.

There were some really funny parts though for it being such a suspenseful book. I seriously laughed out loud, surprised at the humor. It was a great read! I can’t wait for the next installment. The last words I wrote in my notes immediately after finishing the book were: Intense. Exciting. Heart Pounding.

Content Ratings: highlight between ( ) to view details
Sexual Content: mild with 2 moderate scenes ( kissing in bed with girl just in pj shirt and underwear, the boy’s hand goes up her shirt to her back, then they sleep together in bed, no sex; another similar instance and some kissing )
Language: mild ( God- 14, h***-3, bast***-2 )
Violence: moderate/heavy ( fighting with fists, guns, and knives; blood; injuries; murder; execution; torture; lots of killing )

Buy it!

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Reviewed by Kathryn Cooper
Creator of Clean Teen Fiction

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Waiting On Wednesday: Insurgent by Veronica Roth

Kathryn Cooper

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly post, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine , where we spotlight a book we are anxiously waiting to be published.

Insurgent
by Veronica Roth
Series- Divergent #2
Published by Harper Collins Children’s Books
Released on May 1, 2012

One choice can transform you–or it can destroy you. But every choice has consequences, and as unrest surges in the factions all around her, Tris Prior must continue trying to save those she loves–and herself–while grappling with haunting questions of grief and forgiveness, identity and loyalty, politics and love.
Tris’s initiation day should have been marked by celebration and victory with her chosen faction; instead, the day ended with unspeakable horrors. War now looms as conflict between the factions and their ideologies grows. And in times of war, sides must be chosen, secrets will emerge, and choices will become even more irrevocable–and even more powerful. Transformed by her own decisions but also by haunting grief and guilt, radical new discoveries, and shifting relationships, Tris must fully embrace her Divergence, even if she does not know what she may lose by doing so.
“New York Times” bestselling author Veronica Roth’s much-anticipated second book of the dystopian “Divergent” series is another intoxicating thrill ride of a story, rich with hallmark twists, heartbreaks, romance, and powerful insights about human nature.

Not a long wait!! Have you read Divergent? Here’s my review. It was so exciting and awesome! I can’t wait to read Insurgent and get back into the world of Tris and Four.

What books are you “Waiting On” today?

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Team Abnegation!

Kathryn Cooper

I have decided to join Team Abnegation to be a part of Divergent Nation. This will be a fun month of promoting the upcoming release of the second book in the series, Insurgent by Veronica Roth. When you help spread the word about Abnegation you can be entered into some great giveaways!

For Team Abnegation to get points over other factions we are supposed to click on this link. http://bit.ly/choose_abnegation
If you want to keep up with the Abnegation news and enter giveaways go to the Team Abnegation blog.

Check out this fun post by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer: Just Because We Have to Wear Gray. I love it!

If you want to know what all the fuss is about, GO READ DIVERGENT by Veronica Roth. Here’s My Review.

Remember to go visit http://bit.ly/choose_abnegation to give Team Abnegation points!