50 pages • 1 hour read
Kiera CassThe Selection
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Selection by Kiera Cass follows 17-year-old America Singer, a member of the lower caste in the dystopian nation of Illéa, who is reluctantly thrust into a televised competition to win the heart of Prince Maxon. Throughout the contest, America navigates complex relationships, palace intrigue, and emerging threats, while struggling with her past love and her growing feelings for Maxon. This story addresses themes of class disparity, personal choice, and the resilience of young women. The book contains scenes depicting systemic inequality and emotional distress.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Selection by Kiera Cass is celebrated for its intriguing premise, blending romance and dystopian elements. Readers appreciate the engaging plot and relatable protagonist. However, some critics find the story predictable and the world-building superficial. Overall, it offers light, entertaining reading for fans of young adult fiction.
Who Should Read The Selection?
Readers who enjoyed The Hunger Games or Divergent will likely be captivated by The Selection. This book appeals to young adults who love dystopian settings infused with romance and social competition, focusing on themes of identity, choice, and societal roles within a royal contest narrative.
RecommendedReading Age
13-18yearsLexile Level
HL680LBook Details
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Fantasy
Romance
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed