The One, by Kiera Cass

The third and final book in the Selection series, The One, is just the perfect ending to the slightly suspenseful journey of waiting to know who Prince Maxon will pick. America has finally made her decision to be not only a One by caste but Maxon's "one." However, will her actions change the mind of the Prince who is now having to make the serious decision not based on his feelings but the betterment of his country? Also, will the other girl Kriss get into the mind of Maxon as a better choice as America can't make up her mind between him and Aspen? Following a not-so-great second book of the series, The One, by  Kiera Cass, is an amazing ending to the much anticipated finale of a wonderful fairytale/dystopian novel. I love how we can experience the ups and downs of the relationship between America and Prince Maxon as they stray to other people, actually understanding how much they continue to love each other when times are toughest. Finally, we come to the conclusion with satisfaction and gratitude to the author for fulfilling our needs of a happy ending. Reviewed by Alexis K., Grade9 Montrose Library

The Selection by Kiera Cass

In the case of The Selection, the saying "don't judge a book by its cover" is false. This series is about a girl, 300 years later, living in a society with castes determining everything. When America Singer is entered by her mother to a completion called the selection, she is dismayed for a few reasons. The competition is a once in a lifetime opportunity when the prince of Ilia becomes of age and is seeking a bride. It is thrilling for all 35 teenage girls chosen to let themselves be sought after by the kind and charming Prince Maxon. But for America, a royal life as a One is unattainable with her personality of a Five. Her sentiments are also confirmed with her feelings for a Six named Aspen, with whom she carries out a very secretive relationship. Immediately captivated by the blue dress and redheaded princess, I knew I was going to love The Selection by Kiera Cass. The first in its series, Kiera Cass does a superb job for setting the stage to a completion filled with feisty girls, a handsome prince, and a particular rebel that stands out to him above all. As I truly like books that take place in royal settings, this specific one with a hint of the futuristic genre and rebellion in the midst of the society really pleased me. I think any teen girl audience would find this story very exciting and interesting as they witness the ups and downs of feeling between two very unlike people. Reviewed by Alexis K., Grade 9 Montrose Library Check catalog     eAudio

Legend, by Marie Lu

A criminal named Day is the inspiration and an enemy to the republic. His main objective is to hide, protect his family, and to run. He is the master at disguise and dead to his family. June, a girl from and bred in the republic, an excellent student and a military person trying to avenge her dead family member. Given a goal to specifically stop Day. Unknowingly join together, adventures with sadness, depression, disease, and a spark of romance. They go through countless challenges provided by the republic. first, it starts off with misinterpretation of identities, next, betrayal, then fighting side by side. All this to protect and to keep alive the people that are close to them. In my own opinion, I thought Legend, by Marie Lu, was an amazing thriller of a book. what I really liked about this book was the suspense and a new type of society, a different government, different cultures, and the inspiration that the main characters give off. I believe the people that enjoy adventure, romance, thrillers, and action novels would love to read these types of books. This book really made me think what would happen to me and my family if we were growing up in such unhealthy and depressing conditions. This book made me feel that I should help those that can't help themselves and to take care of our decent community. Also, that one should be thankful of the things that he already has. Reviewed by Matthew L., Grade 9 Montrose Library