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Year 7 - Lit Circles: Legend

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Legend, Marie Lu

Better genes make for better soldiers make for better chance of victory against the Colonies, my professors always say.”
 -- June (Part One, Chapter 1) 

What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbours. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic’s wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic’s highest military circles.

Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country’s most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem.From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths – until the day June’s brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect.

Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family’s survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias’s death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets.Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills.

GENRE : Dystopian, Action, Romance

THEMES: Haves v Have-nots, Perception of others

Mrs Stark's Review

Seeking revenge against the person who murdered her brother is what drives June, whereas Day is trying to survive in a society where the citizens have little to no choice over their lives.  Read this book if you like dystopia!

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