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This novel has received two of eight total awards won by the critically acclaimed "Divergent" [4]
I have completed more of my essay, but I haven't finished the first paragraph. The parts written in blue are what I need help on, but I am open for any other suggestions also.
This novel has received two of eight total awards won by the critically acclaimed "Divergent" series, which has already sold more than 30 million copies, and is currently being adapted to film.
This novel... This novel is Veronica Roth's Insurgent, a compelling story that everyone should read because it has the components of multiple genres, it is filled with vivid imagery, and it includes a variety of fascinating characters.
First, Insurgent...
In addition, the novel includes detailed imagery and descriptions of action, which makes the story easier to understand for the reader. For example, on page 249 of the book, the main character, Beatrice, is on a mission with a few of her friends and acquaintances that will take place on a bridge. She describes this by saying to the reader, "It is still dark, but just barely, when we reach the bridge, which is two-tiered, with stone pillars at each corner. We descend the stairs next to one of the stone pillars and creep with silent feet at river level. Large puddles of standing water gleam as the light of day hits them. The sun is rising; we have to get into position" This allows the reader to imagine the characters' environment and actions, making it much easier to follow the story and understand what is happening during each "scene". Roth includes descriptions similar to this frequently throughout the book; almost every page has at least one detailed paragraph explaining action or setting. This ensures that the reader is not confused about anything while reading, making this book even more exciting and enjoyable.
Lastly, the novel includes many different characters that are all unique and easy to relate to. Take Beatrice, for example. She is impulsive, hates showing weakness, she judges herself, and she constantly blames herself for things that aren't necessarily in her power. She is also 16 years old, and is trying to figure out what love really is. All of Beatrice's characteristics are common, making her extremely relatable. There are other characters, such as Tobias, a secondary character, who can be related to because of something they feel nobody else understands. Tobias's father beat him when he was a child, and his mother left, leaving him alone with his abusive father. Later, he is reunited with both parents, and chooses to forgive only his mother. Beatrice does not understand this, and criticizes Tobias. She says, "I don't trust her. I think she's trying to use you." He then ends their conversation with, "Don't talk about my mother that way." Tobias is dealing with a situation that can't be understood without experience. Readers that have dealt with something similar to this can relate to him. When the reader feels that they have a connection with a character in a book, it makes it all the more interesting.
In conclusion, Veronica Roth's Insurgent includes many different genres, very detailed descriptions of action and setting, and a plethora of unique personalities that anyone can relate to, therefore making it a good read for anyone.
...As for that last blue part, I need a way to end the essay. I'm thinking that a good call to action would obviously be to tell the reader to read the book, but I feel like I need more than just that.
