Insurgent

Author: Veronica Roth
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books

Summary: Sequel to Divergent. Tris Prior survives the Erudite simulation attacks that occur during the time she expected to be celebrating her achievement of being ranked first among the initiate class of her chosen faction, Dauntless. Even though the Dauntless have been freed from Erudite mind control, a war develops and secrets emerge.

I had the opportunity to receive an ARC of this book at TLA.  I started reading it as soon as I got back to my hotel, and then when I got home, I purchased the hardcover and handed it to my husband to read.  Meeting Veronica Roth and listening to her speak about Dystopian Literature was one of the highlights of TLA for me.  This sequel to Divergent drops you right into where the story left off.  There is no summary, which makes this book begin quickly.  Often, the second book in a trilogy leaves something to be desired.  Veronica Roth is able to create a book that not only stands alone; it is able to continue the story of Tris and Four where the reader is eagerly anticipating the release of the third book.  This book is beautifully written, and I can't wait to read the yet untitled book 3.