Kid Reviews of

Divergent, Book 1

Book Veronica Roth Science Fiction 2011
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Written by Anonymous
April 25, 2018
age 12+

Perfect dystopian for teens

I read this book because I heard it was similar to other YA books like The Maze Runner and The Hunger Games, and it is. The exciting plot and the constant sense of mystery make for a thrilling book which grips the reader from the very beginning. Tris, the main character, is relatable in the sense that she struggles with fitting in and knowing where she belongs, much like kids today. Like other dystopian novels, she lives in a messed up society and finds the fate of the world in her hands (as the series goes on). There is a lot of violence, including some detailed deaths, fights between young people and someone getting his eye stabbed out with a butter knife, but that adds to the thrilling story line and it will keep you reading for hours.

This title has:

  • Great messages
  • Great role models
  • Too much violence
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miraculous.stranger.things Teen, 13 years old
July 31, 2021
age 10+

the worst

so bad! never read it! not worth it! please, please read the hunger games instead!!
6 people found this helpful.
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bookworm_with_pointeshoes Teen, 13 years old
May 19, 2022
age 12+

Common Sense did not have to be so harsh

THIS IS THE BEST BOOK I HAVE READ IN A VERY LONG TIME!!! i stayed up so late just to finish this book and let me tell you, after a year, i'm still obsessed. There are so many role models in this book, quite some violence and quite some romance too! also, not much swearing. the relationship between tris and four made me squeal and scream in every way possible! And there is literally no sex. Veronica Roth is a genius, and she wrote this at 26!

This title has:

  • Great role models
4 people found this helpful.
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Kid, 10 years old
May 20, 2022
age 11+

Divergent is the best!

This book was amazing! I totally recommend this to anyone who likes fiction, action, and a little bit of romance! 3 I do want to say that there is violence in it, like shooting and beating people up, and 3 people die, unfortunately, but it is still amazing to read! I keep coming back to it! Four and Tris are so cute together, and they made me love the book even more! This is an amazing book, be sure to read it!

This title has:

  • Great messages
  • Great role models
3 people found this helpful.
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teenduck.3.14 Teen, 16 years old
February 6, 2024
age 10+

One of my favs, good intro to romance?

This book is one of my favourites being both plot and character driven, really fun and exciting all the way through. It’s action packed and fun. I love tris, we would def be friends in real life. There’s definitely some romance in this book, but I would say it’s a great intro to young romances. It’s wholesome, although sometimes it goes a bit further than I’d like but never over the line. Best of all the romance is a subplot, we love that. Amaz characters and plot! Very good, well rounded book :)

This title has:

  • Educational value
  • Great role models
2 people found this helpful.
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Book_L0VER Teen, 14 years old
April 17, 2023
age 12+

Great book!

It was a great read! Best book out of the series for sure! I normally don’t read dystopian fantasies but this one exceeded my expectations. Pretty clean besides swear words here and there and kiss scenes (they are descriptive kisses but they are JUST kisses) there is some adult terms said in the book but a mature 12 year old can easily handle it.
1 person found this helpful.
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Trevor847 Teen, 14 years old
November 4, 2021
age 2+

Good stuff

Got a little crazy

This title has:

  • Too much sex
1 person found this helpful.
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zoer9440 Teen, 13 years old
November 3, 2024
age 8+

Pretty good

Great story, made me want to keep reading. Doesn’t have too much violence, is really heartfelt and has a little romance also.

This title has:

  • Great messages
  • Too much violence
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indigobunny13 Teen, 13 years old
October 21, 2024
age 14+

I love this book! it is very similar to the Hunger games. It does have quite a bit of violence and blood but if you have read the Hunger games it has like the same amount. It has some kissing [the main character has a boyfriend]. The main character also gets made fun of for her petite size. Great dystopian novel!

This title has:

  • Educational value
  • Great messages
  • Great role models
  • Too much violence
  • Too much sex
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Kid, 12 years old
September 22, 2024
age 11+

Very good book for kids and teens

I'm 12 and I read this book a few months ago!!! My friend and I read it together and both loved it! I know some people are saying that you should read the Hunger Games instead, but I would say to read both! If you enjoyed The Hunger Games this is a great book to read next!
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acm.19.00 Teen, 16 years old
August 15, 2024
age 12+

My FAVORITE book ever!

As a teenager it is one of my favorite books i have read. it is dystopian and adventurous with a hint of romance. this is personally my favorite book of the series. i said 12+ just because it has some violence with guns and a bit of language, and a little bit of alcohol, but otherwise it should be good for anyone.

This title has:

  • Great messages
  • Great role models
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