The Selection

I liked this book. Liked. I didn't love it. It present the context of dystopia, but in a better way than some of the other YA novels I've read. I will probably finish the series, but I have a hunch on how it will turn out already. It reminded me a little bit of the Matched series by Ally Condie, but like The Selection a bit better.

In a world where caste systems reign supreme, but the royalty still wants to appear "salt of the earth" girls are chosen when Prince Maxon comes of age for a betrothal selection. America Singer, whose family isn't destitute, but slightly below middle class, is in fact, a singer hoping to move up in the system on sheer talent and pluck. She is of age for the selection process, and while reluctant, agrees to apply for the sake of her family (and to heal her broken heart). Surprise - she is picked. Upon meeting the Prince, she's entirely sure she'll hate him, but what good would that story be. In the end, America captures his attention and that's where Cass leaves us - America is an Elite.

The characters are solid in the novel and I appreciated the way Cass developed Prince Maxon - there was some true authenticity to him. A solid read.

Oh my goodness!!!!!
A real-life bachelor series!!
But with an old-world twist.
New author to me! Soooo good!!

This book was unbelievably amazing. The suspense in the romance factor was so perfect! I recommend this to any teen who loves romance.

The Selection by Kiera Cass is a captivating read for fans of swoon-worthy romance, royal intrigue, and dystopian worlds, particularly those who enjoy the thrill of competition, the allure of forbidden love, and the excitement of a fairy-tale like atmosphere.


Finally reading this one! I'm also excited to read this one because I expect this to be a 4-star book. I love to read about princess and royalty themes because I have just watched a Princess Diaries movie, and I'm just loving it, and maybe that's also why I wanted to read this book. This book was popular long ago, and lots of readers loved it and recommended it to read.
 
It's my first time reading this book by this author, and it's my first time reading her book unless I'm going to read the next book in a series. My TBR twin and I chose this book to read in the first month of this year, and I think it would be fun and engaging at the same time because I think we both really enjoyed reading this book. I liked the cover of the book, which is of a woman wearing a blue gown, and I think it looks perfect on her.
 
America Singer is the main character of the book. One day, their kingdom, Illéa, sent an offer about a prince finding his princess, and her mother convinced her to sign up for her name. The selection of the princess begins. After a few days, she got elected in 35 chosen girls after they announced who got selected. Whoever got chosen to be the future queen of Illeá and win the heart of the prince. And let the games begin.
 
 

It's seems to be The Bachelor meets Hunger Games minus the kid on kid violence and a dash of Cinderella.