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Literary Fiction· United States

Insurgent

by Veronica Roth
Aggregate Editorial Score45/100
#102,009of 99,626 books
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Published 2011English
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About This Book

Published in 2011, Insurgent established Veronica Roth as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Published in 2011, Insurgent by Veronica Roth is a landmark work of literary fiction that explores the complexities of human experience with depth and nuance.

Book Details

AuthorVeronica Roth
Published2011
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score45/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Editorial Assessment

Insurgent by Veronica Roth sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 2011 in United States, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 45/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. Readers coming to Insurgent for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within United States's literary landscape, Veronica Roth occupies a significant position. Insurgent is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

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201145
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About the Author
Veronica Roth
United States
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Veronica Roth is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of young adult.

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