In the future, Chicago is divided into 5 distinct factions: Candor (Honesty), Abnegation (Selflessness), Dauntless (Brave), Amity (Peaceful), and Erudite (Intelligence). When a person turns 16, they are tested and given the option of remaining with their parents or choosing the faction their test indicates is their best virtue. Beatrice surprises everyone by choosing Dauntless. As her difficult initiation into the Dauntless faction begins, Beatrice struggles to meet the challenges both physically and mentally. She soon learns that not everyone in faction is what they seem. As her initiation continues, she comes to learn that her "perfect" society has some serious, deadly issues. Beatrice also has a secret. One that could save her and her loved ones, or get them killed. "Divergent" is a thrilling, page-turner. A must read!