The One by Kiera Cass a Book Review

It's been no secret since I started reading The Selection a few years ago, I was totally hooked.  The second book in the trilogy The Elite lived up to the first book and only left me wanting for more and to finally find out how it ends.  Finally I read The One, and I have to say; loved it, loved it, loved it!

In my opinion one of the better endings of any of the trilogies I have ran to date.  Not to mention an author who in my opinion ended a romantic dystopian in a way that left me happy and satisfied.

The One picks up right were The Elite left off.  America is one of four girls who are in the finals to win prince Maxon's heart.  America has been torn, on her love for him and her love or friendship for Aspen.  But each day it is becoming clearer and clearer to her.  The only problem is, this is a contest and with other women in the mix it has her second guessing her feelings for either of them at each turn.

The King is still against her, and would like to have her removed as soon as possible.  He's laid his threats down, and made it very clear to her that she will not win his son's heart.
We finally find out the role of the Italians, and how America plays in their plans.  Additionally, we get a little mix of of the northern and southern rebels.  With a few surprises that I didn't see coming.
This story is action packed and you can't help but not be able to put it down.

I refuse to ruin the ending for anyone, but I will say its one of those endings that will have you second guessing all your original opinions on how you thought it may end.  Kiera Cass throws us a few curve balls that will make your heart drop as well as beat faster.

The One is an amazing conclusion to the series, and this one will be added to my favorites shelf.  I seriously couldn't put this down, I'd been waiting to find out the end for too long.  I read the entire story in three and a half hours, I couldn't help myself.
If you are looking for a great series to read this summer.  If you love cute romances that will get your heart hoping and guessing.  If you love action, great writing and lovable characters in a story that will keep you turning the pages not wanting to let it down.  I highly recommend The Selection series by Kiera Cass!

You can click here to read my review on The Elite - I hadn't started writing reviews a the time I read The Selection

The Elite by Kiera Cass - Book Review

Anyone who knows me, also knows The Selection (book one in this series) was my favorite read in 2012.  The usual problem with absolutely loving a book so much, is by the time you get to the next book in the series there is generally a feeling of disappointment.
Not this time!  I almost enjoyed The Elite as much as The Selection. Yes, I said almost:)  It was good, but not quite as fabulous as the first.  However, it is still a fast read, a page turner that for myself I sat and read in one sitting.

The Elite, takes right up where book one left off.  Thirty-five girls in the selection process have been dropped down to the elite six.  America, the main character is just as strong and lovable as she was in The Selection.   I wondered how Cass would keep The Elite as intriguing as The Selection was, as well as keeping us readers wanting more.  But she did it!  I hate spoilers, so I will leave out the actual details.  For those who know me, you already know I am a team Maxon fan!  But let's just say, a series of events occur that flip the tables and occasionally have you as a reader re-thinking if you are a Maxon or Aspen fan.
Additionally, we were left to thinking that America's status in the selection was clinched as per where book one left off.  You'll love (or love to hate) the twist of events that leave even those thoughts hanging in the air.

This book also gets more into the other characters, where as before we didn't know much of any details.  Again bringing a whole new set of issues and intrigue to the story-line.  Additionally, you finally get a little more of a sense of why things are the way they are, and that there is a lot more for America to consider than just a fairy tale life that she could win.
For me, the only thing I didn't really enjoy was the fact that now I have too many unanswered questions and will be forced to wait until the next book is released!  I have my own theories (or what I want to happen), but as I occasionally am with book series I don't ever get the exact ending I want.  (Guess only the writer gets that.)  My biggest hope is that America's character stays true to what we all fell in love with during The Selection.  Well that, and (this is only my opinion) but I still want her to end up with Maxon in the end!

The Elite by Kiera Cass is a Young Adult Dystopian.  Who will like this book?  Well they have compared it to a Hunger Games vs. the Bachelor...  For me personally I don't see it quite that way at all, at least not the Hunger Games comparison.  But if you like a great clean Young Adult novel, that is written with adults in mind.  If you enjoy romance with a girly spin on things (yes like the t.v. show the Bachelor).  If your a dreamer, who enjoys a futuristic fairy tale in a completely imperfect world.  Then you will likely enjoy This book series!  Which is why this one gets my recommendation!


Disclaimer:  I was not asked by the author or publisher to review this book.  This review is of my own as are all opinions expressed.