Divergent

The paperback edition includes over fifty pages of bonus materials such as a sneak peek of the sequel, an author Q&A, a discussion guide, a playlist, faction manifestos, and more! In a dystopian Chicago, society is split into five factions, each representing a specific virtue: Candor (honesty), Abnegation (selflessness), Dauntless (bravery), Amity (peacefulness), and Erudite (intelligence). Every year, sixteen-year-olds must choose a faction to commit to for life. Beatrice Prior faces a pivotal decision between remaining with her family or embracing her true self, leading her to make a surprising choice. Undergoing a rigorous initiation process, she adopts the name Tris and competes with fellow initiates through extreme physical and psychological challenges, some with dire consequences. As she navigates her new reality, Tris must discern her true friends and the place of a complex romance in her life. However, she harbors a dangerous secret that could lead to her demise. Amidst growing unrest that threatens her society, Tris learns that her secret might be the key to saving her loved ones—or it could lead to her destruction. This gripping narrative explores electrifying choices, betrayal, and unexpected romance.