Allegiant

Allegiant

2011 • 544 pages

Ratings525

Average rating3.2

15

Let me start by saying that this is the ultimate dystopia/post-apocalyptic series I have read. Thank you, Veronica Roth.

I love and hate this for a couple of reasons.

Firstly, never have I felt so empowered reading about female leads. We're they bitchy? Yes. We're they moody and unpredictable? Yes and yes. But those were what made them strong, female characters and I was in such awe at how real they were.

The duo-POV thing I wasn't such a fan of, I understand it gave more depth to the story - it certainly did - but it felt a bit too choppy. Maybe having a few chapters each, instead of alternating chapters would have been better?

The whole genetic thing... it got a bit boring to read. Why put the blame on something you can't decide? I felt a bit cheated at this. But then again, I can't imagine where else the story could go.

And the ending? Ms Roth was very brave to go about it this way. I can see a billion people hating her for this, but really? This is the best way of making an impact.

A very well done series. Would recommend to everyone, definitely.

November 26, 2013