I liked this book, but didn't love it as so many people have. The story was okay, as were the characters and the world itself. And that's it. Okay. Not mind-blowing, not amazing. Okay. Maybe it's because I'm getting tired of the same formula for these young adults triologies that are invading bookshops everywhere (teenage girl protagonist, first person-present tense narration, dystopian future).


So, this book was correct. Tris was interesting as a main character. Her struggles to find her own place in a society that reduces people to one main characteristic were somewhat compelling. Though I have to mention that I became a bit annoyed later on, when everyone kept reminding me how awesome and unique Tris was. Despite, you know, causing way much more damage than the bad guys themselves. Seriously, how come that everyone loved her when she kept doing what she was not supposed to do. I guess that the idea was to show her as an independent and brave hero ("Oh, she doesn't follow the rules. That's so awesome"), but I felt she was more dumb than anything. Really, there's a limit about how many times you can jump the rules and get away with it and Tris passed it in the first book of her saga. Her relationship with Tobias/Four was sweet, but I felt it was a bit rushed. And the fact that he was her instructor of some sort didn't feel right. Yes, they made a fuss about keeping it secret, so nobody would say she was taking advantage of dating a tutor or anything. But still, I don't think it was right on Tobias/Four side. He should've known better.

Anyway, the book was exciting and caught me while reading it. The only problem I had is that I felt I've been there before. I had read similar stuff before and wanted something more. Shame I didn't get it.