This was one of the most intense sequels I've ever read. The action and conflict in this book left me out of breath trying to keep up with it all. But in the best possible way.
Like the first book, this one too was full of vivid picture painting, so you knew exactly what the scenery was like at all times. I felt I was right there with Tris in the simulation rooms, climbing the steep stairs, and stepping over broken glass in the lobbies of faction headquarters. The growing tension between the factions continues, and eventually sparks a reaction and the war against the Erudite-Dauntless takeover continues.
After the first book ends, and Tris realizes the loss of one of her friends (not naming names in case it'd be a spoiler) and deals with the repercussion, one of which is the fear and inability to handle a gun, adding a very interesting plot twist to a war between the factions: how can you win as one of the figureheads if you cannot defend yourself? Other interesting points are brought up: the "girlfriend" of the deceased male is upset to learn Tris is the one who killed him in his simulation stupor, and she isn't sure how to act around Tris, enemies seem to become allies when the loss or gain of information is on the line and the question stands: trust or not to trust.
Veronica Roth is a talented writer and I look forward to reading more by her. I thoroughly enjoy the way she weaves words to portray the ideas. :)
Until next time
-Samantha
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