Their voices are distinct and authentic, and the writing is often poetic.” - School Library JournalĬassia and Ky grapple with secrets, wilderness and the tumultuous meanings of love in the second installment of this addictive, layered dystopic trilogy… Although two-boys-one-girl triangles run rife in this genre, Condie’s is complicated and particularly human, involving real emotional scars… Both rich and easy to digest, this will leave fans hungry for the third book. Their needs, love, and internal conflicts are palpable. “Cassia, Ky, and Xander are back in this eagerly awaited sequel to Matched, joined by new friends and facing new obstacles.Told in alternating chapters from their points of view, the book gives readers full access to the hearts and minds of two memorable characters. “Although two-boys-one-girl triangles run rife in this genre, Condie’s is complicated and particularly human, involving real emotional scars.Both rich and easy to digest, this will leave fans hungry for the third book.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Vivid, poetic writing.Condie immerses readers in her characters’ yearnings and hopes.” - Publishers Weekly “Vivid imagery.Steady plot development sweeps readers along in this satisfying adventure, which convincingly establishes conflicts for the trilogy’s final volume.” - Children’s Literature Matched fans will devour this book and be eager for the concluding one.” - VOYA The use of alternating voices.is very effective.Condie effectively sets the stage for the final chapter in Cassia’s story by leaving the reader hanging at the end of the book. “This is more than just a placeholder between the first and last parts of a trilogy.

I recommend it to you if you like action or romance.' Boys shouldn't not read it because of the girl on the cover they would like it just as much as I did. I think the romance mixed with the action packed thriller that keeps you locked in is the best kind of book you can find. Look for the epic series finale, REACHED!

On the edge of Society, nothing is as expected, and crosses and double crosses make Cassia's path more twisted than ever. But even as Cassia sacrifices everything to reunite with Ky, ingenious surprises from Xander may change the game. and the enthralling promise of rebellion. On this wild frontier are glimmers of a different life. Chasing down an uncertain future, Cassia makes her way to the Outer Provinces in pursuit of Ky-taken by Society to his certain death-only to find that he has escaped into the majestic, but treacherous, canyons. The highly anticipated second book in the New York Times bestselling Matched trilogy! Perfect for fans of 1984, Brave New World, Black Mirror, and The Handmaid’s Tale.

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