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jessicabearbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Wow. This world and these characters are so real and easy to connect with. I loved the relationship dynamics between characters - especially Tris and Four. Each character was believable and it was clear that each was an individual with a backstory and reasons for actions - all the secondary character arcs were in depth and well executed without being the focus of the story.
The plot was well paced and set up well for the next book. I'm really excited to start Insurgent because the world building and plot just from this first book is crazy! I've wanted to get into this series for a while and I'm so glad I've finally started because it really lives up to the hype. So far there's been a great balance of romance/tension, action, and world building.
And GIRL . The characters are so fuckable.
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, Death of parent, and Classism
Moderate: Bullying, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Suicide, and Blood
coramae's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Gore, Self harm, Blood, Kidnapping, Mass/school shootings, and Death of parent
Moderate: Cursing and Emotional abuse
Minor: Sexual assault and Sexual content
shannonredwine8's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Animal death, Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Gun violence, Suicide, Police brutality, Grief, Mass/school shootings, Murder, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment
louiepotterbook's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Suicide, Violence, Death of parent, Murder, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
nwood1121's review against another edition
4.5
Graphic: Bullying, Gun violence, Violence, and Blood
Moderate: Physical abuse and Suicide
Minor: Child abuse and Sexual assault
maethereader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
2.0
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Suicide, Violence, Mass/school shootings, Murder, and War
librayrian's review against another edition
3.0
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Gun violence, Suicide, Violence, Death of parent, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Sexual assault, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
abbycasey's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Suicide, Violence, Blood, and Death of parent
Moderate: Body shaming, Sexual assault, and Blood
Minor: Alcohol
elija_20's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
As someone who watched the films first and loved them, I can confidently say the books are SO much better. I loved all the little details and plot points that the film missed and just the description of Tris’ emotions that couldn’t be translated to film.
One piece of advice I would give if you are reading this after watching the films is that the characters of Tris and especially Four are (in my opinion) very different to the books compared to the films. I would recommend starting the books with this in mind and you will enjoy it and relate to the characters better.
Even if you haven’t watched the films, oh my goodness I would recommend this book to anyone. Cant wait to read the next one.
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Stalking, Sexual harassment, and War
Minor: Animal cruelty, Body shaming, and Alcohol
zoey_can_read's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Minor: Gun violence, Sexual assault, Death of parent, Murder, and War