Fall in love--from the very beginning. Discover the first book in the captivating, #1 New York Times bestselling Selection series.Prepare to be swept into a world of breathless fairy-tale romance, swoonworthy characters, glittering gowns, and fierce intrigue perfect for readers who loved Divergent, Delirium, or The Wrath & the Dawn.For thirty-five girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime. The opportunity to escape a rigid caste system, live in a palace, and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon. But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her, and competing for a crown she doesn't want.Then America meets Prince Maxon--and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined.Don't miss The Betrothed, a glittering royal romance sure to captivate Kiera Cass's legion of loyal readers and lovers of courtly intrigue alike Author: Kiera CassPublisher: HarperteenPublished: 04/24/2012Pages: 336Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.80w x 1.18dISBN: 9780062059932Age Range: 13-UPAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.7Point Value: 12Interest Level: Middle Grade PlusQuiz #/Name: 151515 / SelectionAward: Young Reader's Choice Award - NomineeAward: Colorado Blue Spruce Award - NomineeAward: Volunteer State Book Awards - WinnerAward: Volunteer State Book Awards - WinnerAward: Louisiana Teen Readers' Choice - Honor BookReview Citation(s): Voice of Youth Advocates 02/01/2012 pg. 605 - Reviewed - More Editing NeededKirkus Reviews 03/15/2012Romantic Times 05/01/2012 pg. 64 - Very GoodPublishers Weekly 04/09/2012 pg. 53Booklist 05/01/2012 pg. 103Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 06/01/2012School Library Journal 06/01/2012 pg. 116Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2012 pg. 91 - Recommended, Satisfactory
