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Matched by Ally Condie
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it was amazing
bookshelves: trilogy, dystopia, romance
Read 2 times. Last read January 12, 2011 to January 15, 2011.

WHAT MADE ME READ THE BOOK?
It's a trailer I watched on Youtube, and I was intrigued about it.



At first, I thought it was just another best friend-loves-best friend-loves-new guy thing. I was right, but not what I expected. It got better and better as I read more.
(Note: If you think like a writer, you'll know something that might happen.)

The plot reminded me a little of Hunger Games (perfect/imperfect Society, rebellion) but it's still great.
In the middle of the book, I just then noticed that blue eyes, blonde hair = Peeta, black hair, dark blue eyes = Gale. And then I dismissed the thought. How can I like something if I keep comparing it to others?

The characters:

Cassia, the protagonist, is not annoying, thank goodness! She's not a damsel in distress. As the story progress, so does her character. She changed into a strong person which made the story more interesting.

KY. What can I say about him? A mysterious guy who keeps everything to himself, but when he and Cassia get to know each other, we learned about his story. It's not a lot to take in because he gave it piece by piece.

Xander, the best friend. First, I really really liked him. I thought he was perfect for Cassia, for the Matched. They don't need the microcard because they already know each other. I still liked him until the end, but I prefer the main guy.

A lot of talking; less action.
I like the writing style; it's beautiful . The words blend together perfectly.
KY and Cassia have a perfect chemistry. The way their love story blossom, oh so sweet �
I don't want to live inside this book. Creepy. They don't have a choice in whatever they do.

Ms. Ally Condie did a great job with this book!
The ending is quite fast. I can't wait to read Crossed!
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Quotes Kimberly Liked

Ally Condie
“It is strange how we hold on to the pieces of the past while we wait for our futures.”
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“Is falling in love with someone's story the same thing as falling in love with the person himself?”
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“Every minute you spend with someone gives them a part of your life and takes part of theirs.”
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“Growing apart doesn't change the fact that for a long time we grew side by side; our roots will always be tangled. I'm glad for that.”
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“Once you want something, everything changes.”
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“Cassia.
I know which life is my real one now, no matter what happens. It’s the one with you. For some reason, knowing that even one person knows my story makes things different. Maybe it’s like the poem says. Maybe this is my way of not going gentle.
I love you. (Ky Markham)”
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“Why are some things easier to write than say?”
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Reading Progress

Finished Reading
January 3, 2011 – Shelved
January 12, 2011 – Started Reading
January 12, 2011 –
page 122
33.06% "I like this novel :) ooh Xander <3"
January 13, 2011 –
page 151
40.92% "I wonder why they like Ky @.@"
January 14, 2011 –
page 203
55.01% "Starting to like KY � :)"
January 14, 2011 –
page 231
62.6% "KY is paired with Cassia <3"
January 15, 2011 – Finished Reading
April 3, 2011 – Shelved as: trilogy
August 2, 2012 – Shelved as: dystopia
March 9, 2013 – Shelved as: romance

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Gabby wow!! i wanna read this too, Kim! :)


Kimberly it's so good :)
highly recommended!


Gabby i'm reading it now, Kim. :) does ur review contains spoilers? gusto ko kc basahin. hehe.


Tuklas Pahina (TP) wow nice reviews Kim


Kimberly Gabby, No, it doesn't contain any spoilers :)

@Po, thanks! =D


Kirsten Ahhh I really like Ky but I feel so bad for Xander!!! Nice review :)


Kimberly Kirsten wrote: "Ahhh I really like Ky but I feel so bad for Xander!!! Nice review :)"

Thank you! :)
I really like Ky too and I can't wait to find out what will happen to the characters on the next book!


Micheline Great review Kimberly! You pretty much captured the feel of the book for me. And I agree with you about the writing style; it's simple, but poetic � I really liked the characters too, Cassia grew on me as she began to wise up about 'The Society', Xander is impossible not to like and I feel bad for him too, but Ky is definitely my pick :)


Kimberly Thank you Micheline! :)
Ky is my choice too �


message 10: by Ky (new) - rated it 5 stars

Ky Finnow I totally agree with you! You should really read Crossed and Reached!! I love them. I have to be honest. Crossed made me a little angry but Reached makes up for it. I would love to be in the books (mainly because of the love and the last one) Reached made me cry. :'( I can't wait for the movie. But they better make it right or they're going to have a lot of angry fans on their hands.


Kimberly @Ky I want to read Crossed and Reached as well! My To-Read list continuing to pile up. And I didn't know that there will be a movie. Hmm I should have known, considering there are a lot of book-movie adaptation.


message 12: by Kate (new) - added it

Kate This book sounds great. I love realistic fiction books. I am an advanced 4th grade reader. Do you think this would be a good book for me?


Kimberly @Kate Yes, it's a good book.


message 14: by Kate (new) - added it

Kate Thanks


Jenna How do u read books


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Kate I wish I could help you. It kinda hard to explain. You should ask an adult for help.


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