Divergent Books in Order
The Divergent trilogy is a bestselling dystopian science fiction series set in a postapocalyptic Chicago where society has been divided into five factions, each dedicated to cultivating a particular virtue: Abnegation (selflessness), Amity (peace), Candor (honesty), Dauntless (bravery), and Erudite (intelligence). At age sixteen, every citizen must choose which faction they will devote their lives to.
The series follows Beatrice "Tris" Prior, a young woman born into Abnegation who discovers during her aptitude test that she is Divergent—meaning she doesn't fit neatly into any single faction. This makes her dangerous in a society that values conformity above all. When Tris chooses to leave her family and join Dauntless, she begins a journey of self-discovery that will challenge everything she believes about her world and herself.
Veronica Roth's trilogy explores themes of identity, choice, sacrifice, and the dangers of rigid social categorization. The fast-paced action, intense romance between Tris and her instructor Four (Tobias Eaton), and thought-provoking social commentary made the series a cultural phenomenon. With over 35 million copies sold worldwide, Divergent became one of the most successful young adult franchises of the 2010s, spawning a major film series starring Shailene Woodley and Theo James.
The trilogy is known for its exploration of what it means to be brave, the complexity of human identity, and the courage it takes to stand against an unjust system.