Loony Literature

The One by Kiera Cass My Rating: 4/5 Stars Technically this book is not the finale in The Selection series, but it does finish America and Maxon's main story arc. The reason this one, in particular, got one less star than the other books was mainly because the middle of the story dragged quite a bit. But if you are looking for a sign that you should continue the series and read this one, THIS IS IT. The ending was fantastic; I was crying for the sad bits, I was crying for the happy bits. My main critique with these books was America's general attitude. More than once I disagreed with her motives and her decisions on how to react to certain things (I know it's vague, I don't want to spoil the book). The number of times she started arguments with the prince over LITERALLY NOTHING was infuriating. To consider all three books in their entirety, however, leads me to a very positive experience. Although I wouldn't mind if there were more romantic details;) I'...

The Elite by Kiera Cass My Rating: 5/5 Stars What can I say, I'm a sucker for romance:) Seriously though, I loved the first book in this trilogy, and the sequel was somehow even better. At one point my stomach knotted up because of my fear for our main character, America. Part of me wonders if it's the quarantine that is making me so emotionally responsive to words on a page, but let's just say more than a few tears have been shed over this read. I don't want to say more, especially since if you haven't read the first one I don't want to accidentally spoil it and GO READ THE FIRST ONE! That's it, that's my review:) if you want to find out more go read it and let me know what you think!!!

The Selection by Kiera Cass My Rating: 5/5 Stars The selection series: don't we all remember the dystopian craze a couple years ago? I sure do, and these books sitting on my shelf are one of the memories I have of that time. Because of the quarantine, I've been searching for light-hearted books to read, and this one, in particular, did not disappoint. My second read was just as enjoyable as I remember my first being. The first book in this series introduces us to a world run by castes. Born into it at birth, you embody the number of your caste; it determines your career, your social status, your way of life. We meet America Singer, a five, with a secret and forbidden relationship with a six. Then, in an unexpected turn of events, she is chosen for the Selection, a competition between 35 girls to win the heart of Prince Maxon and be instantly elevated to royal status. I recommend this book to anyone in a reading slump. If you like romance and caddy drama, you'll...