'Insurgent' by Veronica Roth is the second book in the 'Divergent' series, continuing the story of Tris as she navigates a world divided into factions. The book explores themes of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and self-discovery, as Tris faces challenges, makes tough choices, and deals with the consequences of her actions. The writing style is fast-paced, filled with action, twists, and emotional moments, keeping readers engaged and eager to uncover what happens next.

Tris's journey in 'Insurgent' is marked by character growth, complex relationships, and a deeper exploration of the dystopian world created by Veronica Roth. The book delves into the dynamics between Tris and Four, the challenges they face individually and as a couple, and the larger conflicts brewing within their society. With a mix of suspense, romance, and moral dilemmas, 'Insurgent' offers a compelling continuation of the series, setting the stage for the final installment.

Characters:

The characters evolve throughout the story, showcasing a mix of strength and vulnerability, though some draw frustration due to inconsistent actions.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is gripping and dynamic, effectively portraying the emotional struggles of the characters as they navigate a turbulent society.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot of the second installment continues directly from the first, focusing on Tris and Tobias as they navigate the chaos following the faction wars. Themes of betrayal, guilt, and the search for truth are prominently featured.

Setting:

The setting expands on the previously established dystopian world, providing a richer understanding of the factions and their societal roles.

Pacing:

The pacing fluctuates, with a slower start giving way to high-intensity action that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Tobias crouches in front of me, his hand on my left shoulder. The train car bumps over the rails, and Marcus, Peter, and Caleb stand by the doorway. I take a deep breath and hold it in an attempt to r...

Notes:

Insurgent picks up right where Divergent left off, so there is no recap for readers to familiarize themselves with characters and events.

Tris struggles significantly with guilt over killing Will and the loss of her parents, impacting her decisions throughout the book.

The dynamics of Tris and Tobias's relationship are tested throughout the book, showcasing themes of trust and communication.

The book explores the different factions in more detail, revealing their weaknesses and complexities.

The revelation at the end uncovers what lies beyond the city's walls, adding depth to the story's world.

Insurgent features a cliffhanger ending that leaves readers eagerly awaiting the conclusion in the third book.

The book showcases various themes including the nature of human relationships, betrayal, and moral ambiguity.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for violence, emotional trauma, and character deaths are prevalent.

Has Romance?

The romance in Insurgent is medium-paced as it develops through tension and emotional conflicts.

From The Publisher:

Tris Prior survived her initiation day physically. Emotionally, she is racked with guilt and anguish. Her parents sacrificed their lives to protect her. And she had to shoot her friend Will. There were no other options available. It was kill or be killed.

Tris can't quite convince herself of this. But she has to pull herself together. Because the battle between the factions and the rebels still rages.

Tris and her allies head back to Amity headquarters to heal their wounds and to plan the next stage of the insurgency. The stakes are getting higher, and the tactics are getting more diabolical.

The action, suspense, and intrigue build to a shocking conclusion in this thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestseller Divergent.

Ratings (174)

Incredible (19)
Loved It (71)
Liked It (32)
It Was OK (31)
Did Not Like (20)
Hated It (1)

Reader Stats (245):

Read It (207)
Want To Read (25)
Did Not Finish (2)
Not Interested (11)

4 comment(s)

ggmariaelena

Did Not Like

4 months

Spoiler No sé quién le dijo a Verónica Roth que matar a las 3/4 partes de los personajes era la manera de escribir la segunda parte de un libro.

eljpal578

Loved It

6 months

Yeah, it wasn't as good as the first book, but I still loved it. Can't wait to see what happens next.

jperav450

Loved It

7 months

OMG I NEED THE THIRD ONE

ehanut203

It Was OK

8 months

This was a hard one to grade. On the one hand, I found the plot very uneven. On the other, I tore through it, probably because I find dystopian novels so fascinating. I like seeing how people might try to solve the world's problems, and how those solutions inevitably go wrong. It's a personal fixation.

After the events of

Divergent, Tris is exhibiting symptoms of PTSD and is unable to hold a gun, making her life in the world of shattered factions very dangerous. Her relationship with Tobias becomes strained because he wants her to stay safe, and apparently without being able to hold a gun she should stay home all the time? I guess when everyone else has a gun you should have one too, but Tris is supposed to be clever and brave. Can't she, I don't know, kung fu some folks? Tris and Tobias have a lot of strain in their relationship because of reasons, most of which I didn't understand.

On the good side, we get to see how Amity lives and works (by trying to be Switzerland, basically, but with some mind control) and we finally meet the factionless. I was a bit disappointed that we spent so little time with them.

Tris finally comes head to head with Marcus, Tobias' abusive father. Marcus claims the Erudite, led by Jeanine the Heinous Bitch, have some information that Jeanine will kill to protect but Marcus is desperate to disseminate. However, he tells Tris that he can't tell her, only show her. So they find themselves in a "storm the castle" situation. I'm sorry, but isn't the best way to ruin a secret to tell everyone? Because then it isn't a secret?

Back to the bad....there are some moments towards the end that make no sense. At one point Tris has a gun in her hand, then moments later it's gone. Someone shatters all the windows in a building, but a person just inside doesn't seem to notice (although that was a funny little scene with the toilet paper). Little inconsistencies like that riddle the book and make it hard to truly enjoy.

Roth leaves us with a great cliffhanger, even if it is totally reminiscent (I'm not going to say stolen) of

Serenity (you can't stop the signal, folks). I spent a lot of the book wondering what the title of the last volume will be, and I've decided on

Convergent. Maybe I should start a pool.

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Insurgent

Veronica Roth

Book 2 in the series:Divergent

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