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serena_4586 shared a tip "Didn’t really like the series since it was a bit boring for me :( the story wasn’t too bad but halfway through the second book it was really hard for me to continue. Kinda love triangle trope"

zaira_acosta shared a tip "A lot of people don't like this book because they think it's way too similar to The giver, but I'm one of the few who do like it. Let me sell you on this book... I know that you've heard that it's boring, slow, and repetitive, but there are a lot of good takeaways from this book. I feel like this book talks about more than what's happening in the story, I feel like there are a lot of life lessons and hidden messages intended for the reader. Just give it a shot, don't look at the ratings, don't look at the comments just read it and then you can have an opinion on it."

mia_cabrera shared a tip "Although not my favorite genre I read the occasional dystopian book and this one had a good balance between action and romance that was enough to keep my attention. But in my opinion, the end of the trilogy was a little lackluster for my taste (a bit HFN)."

jessica_caynon shared a tip "My favorite character would have to be Xander Carrow. He is one of the love interest in the first book. Spoiler alert!! Even when Cassia chooses Ky Xander helps her."

lizzy_sterner shared a tip "It's a great series. If you love kinda, a love triangle type thing you'll love this. It's also got that otherworldly feel for a true escape. Plus one guy is literally prince charming and the other is bada** bad boy so, best of both world ig"

m_.booklover shared a tip "I read this in 6th grade and quickly gave up because it was to slow for me but i recently reread it and honestly it was pretty good. I’d recommend, you just gotta get through the first half."

sophia_m shared a tip "A little over a week later and I finished rereading matched. I forgot how powerful this book is. I think my favorite part has to be Cassia and Ky's trips up the hill. They were so raw with each other and "rebellious". I do love the end though, just knowing Cassias family and Xander are helping her find Ky."

bethany_lockhart shared a tip "A cool futuristic vibe to the story, I think it was a great character development about choice and I love the romance between the two main characters although I really like the love triangle. Reminds me a bit of the jewel in that they both have a rebellion for freedom and they are confined to follow the choices of the higher ups who want to control them. It also has an artsy vibe with poems and creativity that are forbidden."

oona_butler shared a tip "I wanted to like this series, and I did read all 3 books but it just wasn’t that good. The story really dragged and it just felt like a mashup of YA dystopian novel tropes. Maybe those who liked the divergent books would like this, but the writing and story are very disorganized"

flaminglory shared a tip "It reads like a typical YA book, love triangles and the main character being the chosen one to break down the society. It is still enjoyable then most of the ones I've read."

lolalovesart shared a tip "This was an okay book. Definitely not my favorite. The society is a little odd, though concept is pretty good. Recommend for middle school or above 💚📚"

casey_blevins shared a tip "Just finished this book, can't wait to read the next one, it took a little while to catch my attention and figure out a lot of things, but I enjoyed this!!"

rachel_ruggiero shared a tip "Hm... I'm not sure I can pick a favorite. For me I really look at the storyline across the series as a whole instead of each other look individually. Idk if that makes sense or not."

saily shared a tip "I read this book when I was 16 and liked it a lot. The romantic subplot was really good as well. My current favorite author is Katherine Arden ♡"

olivia_mardin shared a tip "This is a very great read. It definitely makes you look at society different after you read it. Would definitely recommend for people who like good dystopian novels!"

sarai_corona shared a tip "I loved how not only did the main character ( Cassia) have strong opinions but she didn’t let the community’s thoughts dictate how she felt nor acted she is a strong female lead and I highly recommend. #romance #family"

jeslyn_daigle shared a tip "This is definitely a younger person book or newly into reading. I read this in middle school and it was ✨chef’s kiss✨ as an adult though, it’s too whiny."

hannah_campa shared a tip "Absolutely LOVED this book. I had to pick a book for middle school when we were learning about dystopian elements and Im a sucker for romance. I also figured out after this lesson in english that I love dystopian books even more. This was really good."

sophia_3946 shared a tip "@chrisflores28 I definitely have to read this book again to refresh my memory, but I remember honestly loving the beginning when she is at the ball and then everything starts turning south- it reeled me in!!!"

bananapower shared a tip "I liked the mix of adventure and romance in this book. It was romantic yet suspenful since it’s like an alternative universe where the government dictates their people in a way that doesn’t seem possible but at the same time strangely so#fantasy"

aries_richmond shared a tip "From the moment I saw the cover I knew it was going to be epic! I read all three books and loved them! I was constantly on the edge of my seat. I loved the characters, especially Kai, and I loved Indie surprisingly. A great read. Don't wanna spoil it but if you love love triangles and want to pick up a book that's hard to put down this is the one!"

bluejeans shared a tip "I like romances but this book uses it’s love triangle (so original) as a crutch to carry the very weak plot. Although I did think the last book was better and had more substance it’s such a stereotypical dystopian"

lily_heath shared a tip "i absolutely LOVED this book!!! the love triangle + the drama kept me on my toes where i immediately had to get the next book. 10/10 recommend"