Review: Legend
Nov •
1 •
2011
Title: Legend
Series: Legend # 1
Genre: Young Adult- Dystopian
Author: Marie Lu
Publisher: Putnam Juvenile
Release Date: November 29, 2011
Book: ARC sent by publisher
“What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic’s wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic’s highest military circles. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country’s most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem.
From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths – until the day June’s brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family’s survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias’s death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets.
Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills.”
It took me a while to come up with this review, cause well I wasn’t sure what to say. I love it so much that I am speechless. I don’t think that words can do this book justics, but I will try to do my best with out spoiling it.
What grabbed me the most about this book is the thrilling adventure that the plot goes on. So much excitement that fills with reader that is leave you reading faster. I enjoyed reading along as the plot plunged faster into amazing ride of fighting and adventure.
The characters of this book were divine. Written so passionately, you feel the characters come alive in your heart as you feel their emotions. The betrayal, the hurt, the learning of truth that blinds their eyes. I admit that a certain parts of this book, my mouth hung open. Both characters, June and Day fight for what they believe and know. Many uncovered truths will shed light of what they really know.
The love interest is just the way I like it. Complicated yet simple. Many obstacles stand in their way. I adore that June and Day are a perfect match. They are flawless, yet flawed. Strong, yet weak. Love, yet they sacrifice. These two make me want to laugh yet cry. As the reader, I hung to their every thought and emotion. I love it.
If you want a well written, adventurous book, filled with non-stop exposed the evasive techniques of the goverment have you dodging every corner, every page turn. I loved that Ms. Lu created such a world that every reader can’t contain themselves and we must share. Legend is an amazing book! It “Awed” me through and through. This book is a must read!
I give it 5 BITES!
Happy Reading!
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Love love love love Legend. One of my favourite dystopians. Awesome review Sav. Glad you agree.
AWESOME review! I am soooo going to be getting a finished copy of this ASAP!
Terrific review. I cannot wait to read this one it sounds amazing.
I’ve been wanting this one so much. Now I want it even more. The characters and the writing sound astounding! I needs it! Needs! 🙂
Oooh I really want to read this one! Now I want to it even more.
OoOoOo I’ve seen this around & see that it’s gotten great reviews I’ll have to check this out when it’s released!