In the tradition of second installments, Roth introduces in-depth exposition, new characters, seemingly unsurmountable challenges, and cliffhanger-level twists to move the story forward. Once again, Veronica Roth has created a pulse-quickening plot that delves further into the dysfunctional governing structure of factions that either collaborate or can't stand each other. Many characters are killed or hurt, but in the end, there are thought-provoking messages about the best way to ensure a peaceful but productive society. Some teens (considered of age in the book) drink, and Tris is slipped a drug that loosens her inhibitions and makes her giddy. While the language is mild, this book ups the romance from a few kisses to several passionate make-out sessions and even a declaration of love. Like most thrillers set in a futuristic, fractured society, this sequel has a lot of fraught situations, violent encounters, deaths, and the constant threat that the protagonist or her boyfriend will be killed or injured. Parents need to know that Insurgent - the second installment in a dystopian trilogy that began with the best-selling Divergent - follows a brave young heroine and her equally fierce, devoted boyfriend. New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth's much-anticipated second book of the dystopian Divergent series is another intoxicating thrill ride of a story, rich with hallmark twists, heartbreaks, romance, and powerful insights about human nature.Some of the characters (many of whom are still teens) drink wine and other alcohol, and one faction drugs inhabitants to act 'happier' and with less restraint, causing Tris to become amorous and loopy.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. Transformed by her own decisions but also by haunting grief and guilt, radical new discoveries, and shifting relationships, Tris must fully embrace her Divergence, even if she does not know what she may lose by doing so. And in times of war, sides must be chosen, secrets will emerge, and choices will become even more irrevocable - and even more powerful. War now looms as conflict between the factions and their ideologies grows. Tris's initiation day should have been marked by celebration and victory with her chosen faction instead, the day ended with unspeakable horrors. But every choice has consequences, and as unrest surges in the factions all around her, Tris Prior must continue trying to save those she loves - and herself - while grappling with haunting questions of grief and forgiveness, identity and loyalty, politics and love. One choice can transform you - or it can destroy you.

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