Matched
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Great dystopian story
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5.0
Plot
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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A story of breaking free from the bonds that society places on a person. In this case, the Society is totalitarian, assigning people their jobs, spouses, location...every detail of their lives. When a glitch happens during the Officials' announcement of Cassia's match, she realizes that there could be more to life than what the Officials tell her it can be. But if she takes the path not assigned to her, she places not just herself but also her family and everyone she cares about in danger. She must decide if it is worth the risk to NOT play by the rules.
Good Points
The world-building helped me understand how the Society operates and what exactly is at stake when someone defies the Society and makes their own choice. I felt such a connection to the characters that I worried when something bad seemed destined to happen to one of them.
Romance and Rebellion
Overall rating
5.0
Plot
5.0
Characters
5.0
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5.0
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In Cassia's world, who you marry is determined by who the Society matches you with. When Cassia is matched with her best friend, Xander, she's ecstatic. But her excitement fades quickly when she begins to suspect that something is going on, that there might be an error in the system, and that Ky, another boy her age, might have been meant to be her match.
As she starts to question the Society, she finds herself torn between Ky and Xander, between obedience and rebellion. Breaking more and more rules, Cassia must make a choice. Will she live the life that the Society has planned for her? Or will she break free and look for something more?
This is the kind of dystopian or futuristic novel that I like to read. It's got an oppressive or controlling government, a forbidden romance and lots and lots of rebellion. I think that my favourite part about this whole book was how Cassia started to break rules and defy the Society, because the tension and worry I felt that she might get caught was super intense.
The author completely immersed me in Cassia's world, and I dreaded her having to face the consequences of her actions. At the same time, I really hated the government and the Society and I couldn't stop reading because I just had to know if she would rise above them, and succeed in her goals. When I say that I was reading this book at every chance I got, I mean it!
The romance was a little bit cheesy but I actually don't mind some cheesiness within my reads, so this didn't bother me at all. It was a forbidden romance too, which added to the whole rebellion aspect. As somebody who appreciates love triangles, I can say that I think the author wrote the love triangle in this novel extremely well, and I am still undecided concerning who I want Cassia to end up with. I find that those are the best kind of love triangles because they make me frustrated, and wanting to read the next book in the series to see who the character chooses!
I was sad as I neared the end of the book because I wanted more. I wanted to keep reading about Cassia's situation and story, I wanted to know what would happen next. Flipping the last page left me super disappointed because I enjoyed this book so much! I can't wait to get my hands on the next one, and I hope it's just as amazing as the first book in this series.
I recommend this book to those who like their dystopian reads with some romance! If you also like reading about people starting to rebel against their situation, this would be a perfect read for you.
In Cassia's world, who you marry is determined by who the Society matches you with. When Cassia is matched with her best friend, Xander, she's ecstatic. But her excitement fades quickly when she begins to suspect that something is going on, that there might be an error in the system, and that Ky, another boy her age, might have been meant to be her match.
As she starts to question the Society, she finds herself torn between Ky and Xander, between obedience and rebellion. Breaking more and more rules, Cassia must make a choice. Will she live the life that the Society has planned for her? Or will she break free and look for something more?
This is the kind of dystopian or futuristic novel that I like to read. It's got an oppressive or controlling government, a forbidden romance and lots and lots of rebellion. I think that my favourite part about this whole book was how Cassia started to break rules and defy the Society, because the tension and worry I felt that she might get caught was super intense.
The author completely immersed me in Cassia's world, and I dreaded her having to face the consequences of her actions. At the same time, I really hated the government and the Society and I couldn't stop reading because I just had to know if she would rise above them, and succeed in her goals. When I say that I was reading this book at every chance I got, I mean it!
The romance was a little bit cheesy but I actually don't mind some cheesiness within my reads, so this didn't bother me at all. It was a forbidden romance too, which added to the whole rebellion aspect. As somebody who appreciates love triangles, I can say that I think the author wrote the love triangle in this novel extremely well, and I am still undecided concerning who I want Cassia to end up with. I find that those are the best kind of love triangles because they make me frustrated, and wanting to read the next book in the series to see who the character chooses!
I was sad as I neared the end of the book because I wanted more. I wanted to keep reading about Cassia's situation and story, I wanted to know what would happen next. Flipping the last page left me super disappointed because I enjoyed this book so much! I can't wait to get my hands on the next one, and I hope it's just as amazing as the first book in this series.
I recommend this book to those who like their dystopian reads with some romance! If you also like reading about people starting to rebel against their situation, this would be a perfect read for you.
Good Points
Love triangle is done well
I liked the theme of rebellion
Ending leaves you wanting to read book 2
I liked the theme of rebellion
Ending leaves you wanting to read book 2
Great read
Overall rating
4.7
Plot
5.0
Characters
4.0
Writing Style
5.0
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In Society, where everything is darn near perfect, mistakes rarely happen. So when Cassia is matched with one of her best friends, she is over joyed. Everything is going perfect until she views her matchs file only to have another boys face appear. Another boy that she knows. Told that its an error and that Ky can't be her match, Cassia starts to realize that the Society isn't perfect. People are told what to believe and do and they do it without question. When it comes to love, should other people get to decide for you? Matched was an interesting take on a realistic future.
Good Points
Believable.
A Perfect Literary Match
Overall rating
5.0
Plot
5.0
Characters
5.0
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5.0
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I did not expect to like this book as much as I did. Usually I don't really go for the lovey-dovey centered stories, but this book made me realize that I do appreciate a well-written romance, which is what this book incorporated really well.
Like I said, this book very well-written. I loved how the author revealed this utopian Society to us. It was really interesting to read how his world works and all the conspiracies that were actually going on beneath the surface. Plus, this book brought up some moral issues like free will vs. the good of people that got me thinking. I mean, who doesn't like some philosophy with their YA book of their choice? As far as world-building goes, Ally Condie did an excellent job.
Onto the romance. I liked how the author worked the romance into the story; it was kind of like a tool used to help Cassia discover what was wrong in the Society, which I guess it was. Love triangles are so overdone in the YA genre, but I didn't mind this one. Cassia was a good, strong main character; I really liked Xander, even though it was clear he would get the short end of the deal; I just wished we got to see Ky and Cassia's relationship develop more: it seemed rushed at some times throughout the book. Still, a very clever romance aspect.
Overall An awesome new world that I can't wait to get back to. So what if romance plays a big part? Read it!
Like I said, this book very well-written. I loved how the author revealed this utopian Society to us. It was really interesting to read how his world works and all the conspiracies that were actually going on beneath the surface. Plus, this book brought up some moral issues like free will vs. the good of people that got me thinking. I mean, who doesn't like some philosophy with their YA book of their choice? As far as world-building goes, Ally Condie did an excellent job.
Onto the romance. I liked how the author worked the romance into the story; it was kind of like a tool used to help Cassia discover what was wrong in the Society, which I guess it was. Love triangles are so overdone in the YA genre, but I didn't mind this one. Cassia was a good, strong main character; I really liked Xander, even though it was clear he would get the short end of the deal; I just wished we got to see Ky and Cassia's relationship develop more: it seemed rushed at some times throughout the book. Still, a very clever romance aspect.
Overall An awesome new world that I can't wait to get back to. So what if romance plays a big part? Read it!
Good Points
The utopian world
Cassia's secret battle!
Overall rating
4.7
Plot
4.0
Characters
5.0
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5.0
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I loved it and would seriously recommend this book to anyone who likes dystopian, romantic and futuristic books! Can't wait for the final book to be released!
Good Points
Cassia lives in a dystopian world and believes that it's for the best. However once her grandfather dies it all changes, she see's the cracks in the foundation and realises why the Society is bad. I love this book; the main characters make you fall in love with them all, the plot keeps you guessing whats going to happen next and who doesn't love a good love triangle?
Even the artwork on the front of the book represents what actually happens within, which is rare in most books but you actually understand why the cover is the way it is by once you've finished the book.
The whole concept of the Society made me angry and it shows what a good writer Ally Condie is if it makes that emotion come out of the reader. The grandfather knew something was wrong and even in the short time that you see him, Ally still manages you to love him and I was upset when he died. Especially when it came from Cassia's POV, you saw what he meant in their lives.
Even the artwork on the front of the book represents what actually happens within, which is rare in most books but you actually understand why the cover is the way it is by once you've finished the book.
The whole concept of the Society made me angry and it shows what a good writer Ally Condie is if it makes that emotion come out of the reader. The grandfather knew something was wrong and even in the short time that you see him, Ally still manages you to love him and I was upset when he died. Especially when it came from Cassia's POV, you saw what he meant in their lives.
Matched by Ally Condie
Overall rating
5.0
Plot
5.0
Characters
5.0
Writing Style
5.0
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ISBN: 9780525423645
Publisher: Dutton
Pages: 366
Matched by Ally Condie is about Cassia, who has grown up in a futuristic society which she has always placed her trust in to make the right choices for her: what to read, what to watch and what to believe. During her Matching ceremony when Xander appears on the screen, Cassia knows with certainty that he is her ideal mate. Until Ky appears briefly before the screens turns black. The Society tells her that its a glitch and that she should focus on the life she is destined to live with Xander. But Cassia starts to doubt the Society...
I thoroughly enjoyed Ally Condie's dystopian fanstasy Matched, and cannot wait to read the sequel Crossed! From beginning to end Matched is beautifully written! My favourite characters were Xander and Cassia. Cassia probably because of her being the main character and Xander because he cared for and protected Cassia despite everything, despite the possible consequences. I like the simple cover of Matched, the girl inside of the bubble in the green dress represents Cassie and the bubble depicts the restrictions she felt throughout the book.
Available from Amazon.co.uk.
Publisher: Dutton
Pages: 366
Matched by Ally Condie is about Cassia, who has grown up in a futuristic society which she has always placed her trust in to make the right choices for her: what to read, what to watch and what to believe. During her Matching ceremony when Xander appears on the screen, Cassia knows with certainty that he is her ideal mate. Until Ky appears briefly before the screens turns black. The Society tells her that its a glitch and that she should focus on the life she is destined to live with Xander. But Cassia starts to doubt the Society...
I thoroughly enjoyed Ally Condie's dystopian fanstasy Matched, and cannot wait to read the sequel Crossed! From beginning to end Matched is beautifully written! My favourite characters were Xander and Cassia. Cassia probably because of her being the main character and Xander because he cared for and protected Cassia despite everything, despite the possible consequences. I like the simple cover of Matched, the girl inside of the bubble in the green dress represents Cassie and the bubble depicts the restrictions she felt throughout the book.
Available from Amazon.co.uk.
Greaat Read
Overall rating
5.0
Plot
5.0
Characters
5.0
Writing Style
5.0
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My friends all love it and so do I. You need to read this book!!!
Good Points
Amazing book. The trio of it was great. All my friends want to read it, i own the book so like every week i get it back one day and the next it's gone again.
Matched!
Overall rating
4.7
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4.0
Characters
5.0
Writing Style
5.0
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Love triangles! =( but still love the book
Good Points
** spoiler alert ** Hmm what did I think of Matched? Well for starters this was I think my third Dystopian novel and I loved it!!! The characters were great I loved there personalities and everything like that. If I had to pick my favorite character I would have to say it's Ky even though I don't want him to be with Cassia. (We'll get into that in a minute) Ky is my favorite character because he's so mysterious and I don't really understand him all that well. I find that if I don't understand a character that it draws me to them more because I want to find out more about them. So with Ky you don't really know why he is what he is and you don't really know what happens to his parents other then that they died that part is obvious. I'm hoping to find out more about him in the next book.
Now for the plot, in my In My Mailbox video I said that I thought this was going to be somewhat like Delirium. Yeah I was dead wrong! It was nothing like Delirium which I’m glad about because I really didn't like the ending, which I wont talk about that now go see my review for Delirium if you want to hear about that! Anyways even though I think I rated this one lower I still think it's a way better book then Delirium. I like that Cassia actually as a family and that there aloud to show emotion without being worried that there going to fall in love or be taken away.
My overall favorite part of this book was when Cassia got matched with Xander. I was so excited because she was matched with her best guy friend, which is basically a lot of peoples reality right? You grow up with your childhood guy friend and when you start to get older you start having feelings for them? I think that's how it was for Cassia and Xander that's why I was so excited when they were matched. The one thing that frustrated me about this book was that Cassia falls for Ky (I know SPOILER! but I had to forgive me?) Anyways I was a bit upset because I really believed that her and Xander would be the happiest couple in the world! But then Ky comes along and now Cassia's in love with him. I know there had to be some sort of conflict but part of me wishes it wasn't that. Does anyone else feel the same way? How bout does anyone else feel really bad for Xander? I know I feel really bad for him he seemed so in love with her know he finds out she loves someone else?! That would totally break me! I hope Xander still has a part in the next book! Thanks for reading the review leave comments and links and all that crazy stuff down below! I love everyone who reads and leaves a comment lol!
Now for the plot, in my In My Mailbox video I said that I thought this was going to be somewhat like Delirium. Yeah I was dead wrong! It was nothing like Delirium which I’m glad about because I really didn't like the ending, which I wont talk about that now go see my review for Delirium if you want to hear about that! Anyways even though I think I rated this one lower I still think it's a way better book then Delirium. I like that Cassia actually as a family and that there aloud to show emotion without being worried that there going to fall in love or be taken away.
My overall favorite part of this book was when Cassia got matched with Xander. I was so excited because she was matched with her best guy friend, which is basically a lot of peoples reality right? You grow up with your childhood guy friend and when you start to get older you start having feelings for them? I think that's how it was for Cassia and Xander that's why I was so excited when they were matched. The one thing that frustrated me about this book was that Cassia falls for Ky (I know SPOILER! but I had to forgive me?) Anyways I was a bit upset because I really believed that her and Xander would be the happiest couple in the world! But then Ky comes along and now Cassia's in love with him. I know there had to be some sort of conflict but part of me wishes it wasn't that. Does anyone else feel the same way? How bout does anyone else feel really bad for Xander? I know I feel really bad for him he seemed so in love with her know he finds out she loves someone else?! That would totally break me! I hope Xander still has a part in the next book! Thanks for reading the review leave comments and links and all that crazy stuff down below! I love everyone who reads and leaves a comment lol!
Great!
Overall rating
4.7
Plot
5.0
Characters
5.0
Writing Style
4.0
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No lie, ya'll, I really loved this book. For some reason the love-triangle part was what drew me in. Mostly because I loved Ky's character and I wanted to get to know him more. It's a weird society they live in. Cassia's grandpa broke my heart. I seriously cried for like an hour after reading that part. But, it's a good book, and I'm ready for the next one!
Lovely plot
Overall rating
5.0
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5.0
Characters
5.0
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5.0
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I fell in love with this book after the first chapter.The plot was just so amazing and you never knew what would happen next.The poems made the book so much more personal.I became more alive whole reading this.The love triangle was the best part and through the whole book I was thinking 'Would I have made the same choice?'.Amazing book by an amazing author.
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