This is the first in a series of truly fascinating books! I could not put it down. This novel tells the story of Beatrice, or Tris, who is living in a futuristic society divided into factions. Tris is at the age that she must decide which faction to spend the rest of her life in- this could mean deciding to live apart from the family she grew up with. This story has so many different components that make it popular. It is a coming-of-age novel, it is about a dystopia, there is a lot of romance, and the book is full of action!
I would consider using this for a read aloud in class. It is such an exciting read and I think it would be very enjoyable. I would only do that in upper grades. I would definitely include this book and the rest of the series in my classroom library, if nothing else. I think it would be extremely popular with most students.
The book has also been made into a fantastic movie. It is rated PG-13 so I would not show it in class.
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