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This was a great sequel to Delirium. I really enjoyed how the story flipped back and forth between 2 different times after the events of Delirium took place: "Now" and "Then". It kept the pace going and ensured something exciting was always happening.

I also liked how this book focused more on how Lena was living in the Wilds and helping in the Resistance and less on the romance. There was still plenty of romance, but it wasn't as prominent. This allowed the actual dystopian storyline to grow and take center stage, which was my favorite part of the book.

Lauren Oliver's writing blew me away again. Don't need to say any more other than that.

As for the romance, I like Julian. I think he and Lena had pretty good chemistry. It was interesting seeing their relationship play out because it was kind of a role-reversal for Lena. Before, she was the one all about the cure until Alex came along. Now she is the one convincing Julian that what society says isn't true.

I can't say I the end shocked me, but that doesn't make me any less anxious for the next book.

Overall: With the same brilliant writing and unique world, the author will blow you away with this superb sequel.