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The Heir
The Heir
The Heir
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The Heir

Written by Kiera Cass

Narrated by Brittany Pressley

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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A new era dawns in the world of Kiera Cass’s #1 New York Times bestselling Selection series

America and Maxon’s fairy-tale romance enchanted readers from the very first page of The Selection. Now find out what happens after happily ever after in this fourth captivating novel, perfect for fans of Veronica Roth’s Divergent, Lauren Oliver’s Delirium, or Renée Ahdieh’s The Wrath & the Dawn.

Twenty years ago, America Singer entered the Selection and won Prince Maxon’s heart. Now the time has come for Princess Eadlyn to hold a Selection of her own. Eadlyn doesn’t expect anything like her parents’ fairy-tale love story...but as the competition begins, she may discover that finding her own happily ever after isn’t as impossible as she’s always thought.

A new generation of swoon-worthy characters and captivating romance awaits in the fourth book of the Selection series!

Don’t miss The Betrothed, a glittering royal romance sure to captivate Kiera Cass’s legion of loyal readers and lovers of courtly intrigue alike!

LanguageEnglish
PublisherHarperTeen
Release dateMay 5, 2015
ISBN9780062365668
Author

Kiera Cass

Kiera Cass is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Selection series and The Siren. She is a wife and mom and too many other things to list. If she could make a crown out of anything, it would be the unending tears of her readers. You can learn more about Kiera and her books at www.kieracass.com.

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I quite enjoyed this addition to the series. The portrayal of a self-absorbed character is spectacular and I am eager to see the rest of Eadlyn's journey to understanding and appreciating others. I can empathize with other viewers who are confused about how she became so vapid and rude considering her parents seemed to be quite the opposite. However, I do think it's quite the comment on how even though someone's parenting may be fantastic, children will develop their own characteristics. Not to mention she was taught from birth that she was special, one of a kind, and no one could do what she did. If I was in that position, I believe I would be just as self-assured as Eadlyn. Enough of my rebuttals to complaints I have heard. Eadlyn's insulting, but well-meaning comments made me quite nervous at the beginning, but as she starts to let people in she notices that people often aren't what they appear to be on the surface. I am confident that over the course of the next book or two, we will get to watch someone with a closed, slightly immature mind develop into an insightful, potentially self-less human being. I could go on, but I will definitely be picking up the next book. If you enjoy a challenging transitional story, this is for you.

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    In this continuation of The Selection series, Maxon and America's daughter, Eadlyn, is eighteen and heir to the throne. The caste system has been abolished, but in the face of much unrest, Eadlyn's parents ask her to consider a Selection of her own to try to divert the country, buying the king time to find a solution.Let me first state that I am not unaware that there are problems with the whole set up of this novel. I internally debated through much of my reading if that wasn't part of the point that the author was trying to make or if she really thought "love conquers all" even over huge social issues that are barely addressed. And I have to wait for a fifth book to see. But the simple truth is Eadlyn grew on me. She starts out as such a brat I almost quit reading at page 32, but in the end I read the book in a day. The castes may be gone, but Eadlyn still has the attitude - has been raised? - that she is above it all, the chosen one, and she holds herself apart accordingly, never letting herself be vulnerable. The Selection becomes more about her than the boys. I'm sure I will read the final book when it comes out next year.
  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    the narrator's breathing is driving me insane!!!!!!!!!! I can't even hear the story past her loud inhales. I wanna scream. guess I'll have to read it instead of listen. Worst narrator ever.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I enjoyed this book but I could NOT get over how many times the author put “all the same” in the text. I eventually started rolling my eyes whenever it came up because it was so often

    I really enjoyed the character and the way she begins to soften as the book progresses.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I want to refer to this as a spin-off of The Selection Trilogy, and not a continuation.

    The Heir was a very quick read, probably because I was so excited for it to be here and didn't put it down all day. It was interesting to see the selection completely through the eyes of a future queen. The different romantic standards the public is already holding her to, like calling her a slut for kissing one of the boys, is probably exactly what would really happen.

    I was kind of annoyed by how spoiled and unaware of the outside world she was acting, but that turned out to be a plot point. Regardless, I find it hard to believe America would raise a child that doesn't understand how the world works outside of the castle.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    WOW... such a re-history making moment filled with personal conflict. She is trying so hard to balance between who she wants to be and what everyone else expects of her. I cannot wait to learn more, to discover more.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    BEWARE (minor) SPOILERS AHEAD
    This sequel was very engaging, however, I didn't really like the idea of the main character being so shallow when it came to love. I appreciated the romance between Maxon and America in the previous novels and to some extent wanted it back. Of course in true Selection series style, the book ends on a cliff hanger and hopefull promises of a romance in the following book. I do think the diversity in the main characters is interesting, America seemed so over-emotional but the new lead is very cold and distant, never the less these stories are still wildly entertaining and I will continue to read the series with a grain of salt.
    On a side note, I forget how to spell America and Maxon's daughter's name so don't bother me avoiding saying it. One thing I can appreciate is the love interests, there are so many options and personally, I'm pulling for Eric or Kile. Side note, why did the author have to make every name so hard to spell? like seriously, Ean, why not Ian, Kile, why not Kyle? Anyways, there's my rant (right after reading this book) hope it was helpful or at least entertaining to someone lol.
  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    Main character is extremely selfish. Not the authors best work.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Twenty years after Prince Maxon?s Selection, the country is once again facing turmoil and rebellion. Though Maxon ended the caste system, some citizens of Ill?a still base decisions (hiring, marriages, etc.) on the old castes. This is creating unrest, and King Maxon and Queen America have an idea of how to bring some peace and to stir up some patriotism ? a Selection for their eldest daughter, Eadlyn.

    Eadlyn has spent her formative years training to take on her birthright: the throne and all the responsibility that comes with it. So when her parents want her to put politics on the back burner and try to find her ?one true love,? she?s less-than-ecstatic. She agrees to do the Selection on a few conditions that she believes will protect her from actually having to marry one of the boys who she is sure will be foolish and immature ? in other words, unworthy of her and the duty of ruling Ill?a. But just like her mother and father?s story before her, the Selection doesn?t turn out to be what it seems.

    "The Heir" is the first of two books in Eadlyn?s story (the second of which with no known title or pub date yet). I highly enjoyed coming back into Ill?a to learn about some of its new royalty and I am excitedly anticipating the release of the sequel.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    It's a very expressive and excellent book and I love it ❤️
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I really enjoyed The Selection trilogy and had my doubts that I would enjoy a spin-off series. Shockingly, I think I may have enjoyed this more than all of the other books! I like that there isn't a set romance in place. I like that the main character isn't completely obsessed with romance and finding "the one." I did not like how bratty the main character could be. If you enjoyed The Selection Trilogy, then this is one not to be missed!
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    The Heir is officially my favorite Selection book! I don?t know how Kiera Cass does this, luring me in every time with each new installment. I believe I rated the other three books between 3-4 stars, but they?re fun, quick reads. It?s like being addicted to your favorite candy.In this book, we meet Maxon and America?s precious babies. One of them, of course, is Princess Eadlyn who is having her own Selection. The first female to do so. She is also the first female who will one day rule the country by her own right.She was such a spoiled brat, but I loved that about her. All princesses can?t be kind, soft spoken, little pretty things. A good deal of Eadlyn?s problems, although, did come from misinterpretations of her personality. She came off as somewhat cruel and distant to the public, when that wasn?t really what she was like or intending to be seen.Maxon and America were such a cute couple. I loved all their moments together. They?re such good parents, but I think they spoiled their babies a little too much. Especially Eadlyn, I mean she?s supposed to be eighteen years old, and she is just now learning about some things she should have already known.My favorite guy of the whole group was Henri. He was so adorable and perfect. I hope she chooses him, or maybe the translator. All the other guys can go, even Kile. I just felt like everyone else was there just to use Eadlyn for money and position, and Kile wants leave the palace, so away with them.And that cliffhanger. Man, that really burst my happy bubble. I need another book ASAP.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Eadlyn was born seven minutes before her brother Ahren, by doing she became the heir to the throne. It makes her feel powerful but overwhelmed. Earlier her father eliminated the castes but some people weren't happy with that so the country is at war with its self. To distract the attention of the public her parents suggest that Eadlyn should go through her own Selection. Eadlyn hates the idea but has to go through with it for the good of her country. 35 men are randomly selected, among them Kile Woodwork, he hates the idea of him in it and so does Eadlyn who grew up with him living in the castle with her. To impress the country, she organizes a parade through the city, but it ends terribly wrong when the public throws rotten tomatoes and other thing at her. To pick the people?s interest, Eadlyn publicly eliminates 11 of the Suitors, but the public says she is a strict mean princess not wanting to be in her own selection. To make the public happy she decides to stir up some romance by going on dates which some end terribly badly. Eadlyn decides to invites to the palace the French princess Camille, or aka, Ahrens girlfriend. While she is there Ahren makes a rash decision, he decides to run off and marry her! leaving Eadlyn alone to face the selection by herself. At that moment though, she learns that her mother has had a heart attack! Eadlyn finally realizes the importance of love in her life,stating that at the end of the Selection, she "will have a wedding ring on her finger''. I was so excited for the heir to come out, when I read though it dipped below my expectations. I thought I would fall in love right away with Eadlyn's character, It turns out I fell in hate with her instead. She was an extreme brat , I understand she was a princess but I hated her. She kind of thawed out by the end but she was still so mean and cold. Everything else though was superb! I strongly recommend this book , make sure you read the first 3 books first though.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    "No one in the world is as powerful as you."

    Meet Eadlyn Schreave, daughter of King Maxon and Queen America and the next ruler of Ill?a. This young girl believes power is hers by birthright and she hasn't the first clue how to interact with people, let alone rule a country. She believes everyone adores her simply because she's Eadlyn Schreave.

    Yes, the first half of this book was exhausting. When King Maxon decides to hold a Selection to boost the the country's moral, Eadlyn reacts like a spoiled brat. She's disrespectful to her parents and awful to everyone around her, especially to the Selected. I only kept reading to see if the author could turn this character around. There are a few positive signs at mid-point and by the end of the book let's just say I'm hopeful, but it's going to be a long road for this character. She's dug a deep hole for herself.

    As for the guys, there are several gems among them - they should be knighted for putting up with Eadlyn's behavior - and several scenes in the last half of the book that made me smile. They made this book worthwhile. I especially enjoyed Kile, Henri, and Erik.

    I can't say I was wild about the big cliffhanger ending. I hate the long wait between books and cliffhangers don't make those any easier.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Amazingly written!!!!
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    So this is the story of America and Maxon's daughter Eadlyn who is the heir of Illia, after all the changes that has happened since Maxon started ruling, it still wasn't enough. So, there comes the first Selection for 25 men to win the future queen's heart. In truth I didn't like Eadlyn, but the ending was good so I'm looking forward to "The Crown". I like Kile the architect... I had a hard time knowing who's who and keeping up with the whole cast, Erik is okay too but I still prefer Kile Woodwork.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Cannot wait for the next book to be published!!!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Fantastic. I could not stand the main character at first. But the selection is definitely starting to change her for the better. I need more, now!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    EXCELLENT !!!
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I wanted the end of the story. I love the series but don't like waiting.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    AMAZING
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I would love to know whom the princess chose and to find out if possible the people's desire to eliminate the monarch were changed. I thought there was an opportunity for an issue to arise in the alliance w/ France given the manner which the next in line-the princess' twin brother-was whisked away. I loved the story but this Novella left too many lose ends.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    i was a little bit let down after reading the selection series. this was so much slower, very much actually. i enjoyed hearing about where the original characters are now. this book includes a lot if not too much on the main characters dialog and i found her extremely boring. i wish there were some actual selection going on in her selection. i didn't feel, see and smell everything like i did in the original selection trilogy. yet i can't wait for the next book in hopes that it makes up for the lack of action or anything really in this book. i do love the author and i know she'll come through.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Great sequel to a great series
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I was frustrated in the beginning because of her attitude. I wanted America's story. But the more I read, the more excited I got about Eady's story. I was so into the book I didn't even realize when I was at the end and threw my iPad on the floor furious that the 5th one won't come out until next year. I think I'm picking up the Shreave family habits. ;D
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Loved it! Now just publish the next one! I don't want to have to wait!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    it's so great
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Kile Woodwork! ?
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I love the book and the entire series.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Amazing book! I love it!!!! It is a must read!