Book Review

So, since I have now since finished the book, it is time for me to write a review over the whole thing. Divergent is a book told from the viewpoint of Tris, a sixteen year old girl growing up in a dystopian fiction type of setting. From the first page, I was hooked. It starts quickly and carries a fast pace throughout the book, right up until the end, which is a bit of a cliff hanger, but I suppose that's why there is a sequel. To review the book further, I am going to break things down a little bit.

Characters:
I think Veronica Roth did an amazing job showing how the characters progressed over time. Some of the time they did change a bit dramatically, but they were realistic characters, and I liked that. I also feel that she described every male character that was around Tris's age as somewhat attractive, which isn't a bad thing I guess. There were a few reoccurring characters who I didn't remember who they were though, like Max for example. I think she could have either left characters like him out, or if it was important to her to have him play a role in the story, then to describe him in more detail so readers will have a reason to remember him.

Themes: 
I am praising the ground Ms. Roth has set her feet on in this aspect. This book had so much time and thought put into it, I can tell. Either that or my T.A.G. class just made up a bunch of symbolism that fit with the story. Either way, it was very interesting discussing what themes were present within the book, and our own opinions about the statements made in the book. Regardless, it was so easier to find deep conversation material in this book, and I never ceased thinking while I was reading. It made me question what I believe in and how well I really know myself. So, props to you Veronica Roth!

Settings:
Oh dear. Let me start off by saying the movie is going to be SOO different than what I pictured in terms of the setting. I already know it, partially because I saw a picture of the part when the initiates are about to jump from the roof of the building and it doesn't look anything like I thought it was. However, it was very interesting to me that the author put pieces of how Chicago really looks, like the Bean, and mixed in her own bits and pieces about how it has changed due to years of chaos and change. Having been to Chicago, I think it was easier for me to able to picture some of the sights she described. I also liked how occasionally she would have Tris describe what it could have looked like before the factions existed. It put a different spin on things.

So, in conclusion, I really enjoyed the book. I would recommend it to my friends, especially those who enjoyed The Hunger Games, as the two are from the same genre. The book has a little of everything; romance, action, mystery, adventure. Something for every reader. If you haven't read the book yet, go out and get it before you read the other posts. I don't want to spoil the end for you!