“We believe in ordinary acts of bravery, in the courage that drives one person to stand up for another.” - Veronica Roth
Sadly I wasn't able to get a hold of The Book Thief , instead I read and finished everyone's favorite Divergent. For those that don't know what the book is about (which probably isn't many), I will give you a quick summary. The book takes place in future Chicago, after a war. To make sure that such a catastrophe doesn't happen again the people decided to place each person a faction depending on their skills. The 5 factions are Abnegation (the selfless), Erudite (the intelligent), Dauntless (the brave) Amity (the peaceful), and Candor (the honest). The main character's name is Beatrice Prior, who was born in Abnegation. When she took the test to see what faction is got the result Divergent. Throughout the story Beatrice learns to hide the secret from the government otherwise she will die.
After reading this book I would give this book a 5 out 5 stars, because it really utilizes all the literary lenses we as Honors English I students were taught. The theme of this book can be related to all book that take place in a dystopian setting there is no such thing as a perfect world. Even though it would seem like it would work out there will be arguments and fights between people. For those who haven't read this book I will strongly suggest it to you all.
I am one of those few people out there who haven't read Divergent, seen Divergent, nor even know much about Divergent. All I have heard is that it was a great book/film. Thanks to your post Aditya, I now know more about this book, and it sounds very interesting. The dystopian society, the threat of death within a secret,etc. This was a great post.
ReplyDeleteFinally. Everyone should read this book. At least the first one. It's a really easy and entertaining read. But there's also the message that we need to figure out our own identity, don't be who someone wants you to be. We know ourselves best. And of course, be brave.
ReplyDeleteThis book was probably one of the best books I have ever read and I bet it would be the same for you. The author creates a amazing plot line and it fits in the story perfectly.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this book. The author put a lot of thought into the structure of the factions. I thought that it was a very good book.
ReplyDeleteInteresting post. I have read the book and I agree with you
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