Book Review: Matched

 Matched by Ally Condie

Bibliography -

Condie, A. (2011). Matched. Penguin.

Plot Summary -

This book is a dystopian romance that takes place in a society where everything is choses for its members. Like most dystopian fantasy novels, this book focuses on the main character Cassia. You follow this introspective character as she goes through a tug-o-war of emotions leading to a very important decision.

Critical Analysis -

This is book #1 of a 3 book series. The number of pages is approachable for the intended audience. This book relates to its audience by presenting circumstances that are similar to what young people are experiencing. Some of these include loss of control and young love.

Awards/Accolades -

Popular Paper Books for Young Adults 2012

2012 Buckeye Children's Book Award

Teen 2012 Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award

Young Adult 2012 Rhode Island Teen Book Award

2012 South Carolina Children's, Junior and Young Adult Book Award -- Young Adult

2012 Volunteer State Book Award -- High School

2013 California Young Reader Medal -- Young Adult

2013 Maud Hart Lovelace Book Award -- Grades 6-8

"Will draw you in and leave you wanting more." - Cassandra Clare NYT Bestselling Author

Connections -

There are aspects of this book that are similar to other fantasy novels. You could organize a Book Talk about this book specifically but also comparing and relating to other fantasy novels. In doing this, students would learn characteristics of this fantasy novel while at the same time generating interest for other reads.

Book review by Barbara Jean Thompson