Divergent

By: Veronica Roth

Narrated by: Emma Galvin

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

In Beatrice Prior's dystopian Chicago, society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to the cultivation of a particular virtue - Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). On an appointed day of every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. For Beatrice, the decision is between staying with her family and being who she really is - she can't have both. So she makes a choice that surprises everyone, including herself.

During the highly competitive initiation that follows, Beatrice renames herself Tris and struggles to determine who her friends really are - and where, exactly, a romance with a sometimes fascinating, sometimes infuriating boy fits into the life she's chosen. But Tris also has a secret, one she's kept hidden from everyone because she's been warned it can mean death. And as she discovers a growing conflict that threatens to unravel her seemingly perfect society, she also learns that her secret might help her save those she loves.... or it might destroy her.

Debut author Veronica Roth bursts onto the literary scene with the first book in the Divergent series - dystopian thrillers filled with electrifying decisions, heartbreaking betrayals, stunning consequences, and unexpected romance.

©2011 Veronica Roth (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"Though Galvin’s narration is concentrated on giving Tris the perfect voice, she never neglects the secondary characters. Poignant moments with Tris’s mother and Four, her leader and love, are subtly nuanced to let listeners hear the terror Tris often hides.... listeners will hold their breath waiting to see if she can survive the day." ( AudioFile)

Great Story Line

Would you consider the audio edition of Divergent to be better than the print version?

I dislike reading - I lose interest in books very easy but being able to listen to the book is wonderful. I would encourage others who dislike reading but enjoy story telling to try this out.

What other book might you compare Divergent to and why?

Hunger games - due to the teenage nature of having to choose and fight.

Would you be willing to try another one of Emma Galvin’s performances?

I am not very fond her Emma's performance - it seemed a bit robotic and dry.

Any additional comments?

Over all the book was good - it goes into a little too much detail at times but it has a good story line. The movie was even better.

love

I love the book. I'm glad that the movie was really close to the storyline

Amazing and Believable

Any additional comments?

Divergent is one of those stories that pulls you in and never lets you go. Veronica Roth's talent is unquestionable. She begins this story with a scrawny and weak girl and ends with a formidable and powerful woman. This is not easily accomplished and must be done masterfully in order for the transition to be believable. I can say without a shadow of doubt that Beatrice Prior's (Tris) growth - both physical and mental - is not just believable... it is enviable.

Making the story even better are the characters taking this journey with Tris. All (especially Four) are so real that I found myself loving and hating many of them. The ability to elicit strong emotions over a fictional character is the true sign of a great author, a phenomenal story, and amazing characters. All of which exists within Divergent.

This is definitely one of those stories that anyone of any age can enjoy and appreciate. I highly recommend Divergent and look forward to reading Insurgent next.

T. R. Graves, Author
Warriors of the Cross
Guardians of the Cross
Enemies of the Cross
Dark Angels of the Cross

Excellent

This was a very engaging book. Emma Galvin did an excellent job reading it, and I felt I could connect with the characters. I enjoyed the book very much and can recommend it without hesitation.

Excellent

It's hard to believe this is only this author's first book. I don't really like YAF much anymore, but decided to give this story a chance, and I'm glad I did. Thoroughly enjoyed it, and highly recommended it.

My absolute favorite book now!

Would you listen to Divergent again? Why?

Yes, I plan on listening to it again before the movie comes out.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Divergent?

I don't like to spoil it.

Which character – as performed by Emma Galvin – was your favorite?

Tris

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

idk

Any additional comments?

This is my favorite book series! Even more so than hunger games and I LOVE hunger games. I couldn't put this audible down! I have yet to find another dystopian YA book that is as good as Divergent. If you love action, mystery, passion, and bravery then you will love this book!

distopian adventure

there is one thing that I almost always say with YA novels. they have good character growth. it's something adult novels can lack. divergent is no different. the author takes a lovely main character and you watch her and her companions come into there roles throughout the book. well written with relatable characters. I can't wait to hear the next one in the series.

If you liked the Hunger Games series....

This book is geared to young adults. If you liked the Hunger Games series, you will probably like this also. This is about a world where there are 4 factions, basically intellectuals, empathetic, protectors and workers bees. At the age of 16 the children decide which faction they will join and spend their lives with. Each group has it's own initiation and agenda. The one thing you don't want to be is divergent, if you're not careful, it will cost you your life.

The book was amazing and good details

Loved it so much I would read it again and again..!!! Best ever and ever

Enjoyable Story, But Predictable

Good performance and enjoyable story. The writing is good, but the story is fairly predictable.