Insurgent by Veronica Roth

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Insurgent by Veronica Roth



I am not one to disclose spoilers so if you have not read Divergent I suggest doing so before continuing with this review.

Divergent ends with an attack by the Dauntless on the Abnegation. The Dauntless were being controlled through a simulation created by Erudite leader Jeanine and the majority of the Dauntless were acting under this mind controlled stimulus. Most of the Abnegation are dead including Tris’ father, Andrew, who helped her rescue Tobias. Those with Tris are now on their way to the Amity in hopes of finding sanctuary. Now everyone is trying to figure out why this attack took place. It is well known that the Erudite and Abnegation factions do not get along. Articles had been written by Jeanine discrediting many of the Abnegation leaders and arguing for a different form of government where more than just the Abnegation are in charge. But does that mean killing or trying to destroy an entire faction. Marcus, Tobias’ father, a leader in Abnegation does not believe so. He is aware of the information that Abnegation has been harboring, and was planning on releasing to the public, information that Jeanine did not want anyone to become aware of. Marcus believes that this information is why she took control of the Dauntless and murdered so many of the Abnegation. This information, concerning the Abnegation and those outside of the fence will change everything.

                This was a well written sequel. The reader is introduced to more information regarding Divergent and is also exposed more to all the other factions. We are able to see not only how the Amity live but also the Candor as well. The divides between the factions are becoming more obvious with exposure to each, which allows us to gain understanding on what really makes someone Divergent. Tris, who was compatible with three different factions in her aptitude test, is the most obvious example. It is known now to everyone that she is Divergent, along with a few others, and her reasoning in certain situations makes it more obvious. She isn't constrained to one type of thought but does that make her stronger or more confused. Only time will tell.

               
              I liked this novel more than its predecessor. But, and this is somewhat odd for me, I am not at all attached to the main character. Even with Divergent I enjoyed the storyline and was interested in where it was going but I find Tris to be a lackluster character. I find myself more interested in Tobias and his actions than Tris. .I will however continue on this journey with Tris to its end because I find myself engaged in the story of the factions and how its come to be.  I give this novel 3 out of 5 stars like its predecessor. Stay tuned for the next review of Allegiant.

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