Are You Following the Allegiant?

Veronica Roth has given it to us now!

I feel like now seems like a great time to do a round off of what us Divergent fans have been given, so here we go...

We now have the title, the tag line and most importantly, the official book covers for the US and the UK!

So here we have it:

Personally, I don't like the UK cover as much as the US cover. But the UK covers as a collection stand nicely and especially because they are SO different from one another. The main reason why I like the US covers is because of the symbols, the Dauntless and then the Amity. But for the third one, what do you think? A wave? Which fraction do you think that could represent? It's definitely not obvious and up to our interpretation until Roth tells us so. But until then, we will all have to wait til October to get our hands on a physical copy of Allegiant. *sigh*

So many sites have been commenting on the bottom building on the American cover, it is in fact the Chicago airport!

Do you see the similarities too?

I think it's so funny how people have managed to figure out where the image of the building at the bottom, when it is a small minor of the cover. However it certainly does increase the hype of this book, because we all know that along with the airport on the cover the film is being filmed in Chicago, RIGHT NOW! (Yes, I am very excited over this fact)



While we're on the topic of Allegiant, I might as well go onto the film. Heard anything about it? I am surprised how quiet it has been. We have seen some sneaky images from the set and a few of them filming on location. But what about the cast? They have been very under wraps about this film and there are only 4 pictures of the cast around (as well as the very first video we saw of the cast)

But we do have our movie still that has been out for a while. The knife scene! How could you not remember this scene? Showing Tris' selflessness in this scene in the book, there is also a whole other chapter on it but from Four's prospectus...we all got a bit too excited for that chapter ;) - all very good.  I was really surprised how quick we got a shot of the film, it was only a couple of days after they started!

Doubts about the movie still? Not pleased? You have nothing to fear (like what I did there). Veronica Roth has been visiting the set and on her visit said she saw the knife throwing scene, saying it is "very ture to the book."

If you missed her post on visiting the set make sure you check it out by pressing here! - She also talks about talking to the cast, what she was able to go round and see as well as the fact that Uriah is not going to be in Divergent!

UPDATE: 15/5
Literally seconds after posting this post what so happens to appear?! Nothing other than ANOTHER still from the film! (Click on the image for a larger version)

FIRST JUMPER! FIRST JUMPER! Wow, I love this picture, her costume, the other initiates and the building...the height! I feel a little sick because of the height, and this is only from a photo! So the feel I'm going to get when I'm watching it...Gosh, I can't wait...

But I must say, that I am a little disappointed that there is only Tris, yes, i know there are other people standing behind her but she is the focus. No Will, Al or Christina...or more importantly Four!

I am desperately hoping for a glimpse of any of those characters, or maybe a photo that doesn't have Tirs as the main focus, maybe her parents, Jeanine, Eric, Caleb? Just anyone? Who do you want to see in the next still?

Insurgent has now got a scriptor, Brian Duffield, looking forward to that...I don't think I need to add "if it gets picked up for the second film" because I have a feeling it will be picked up for all three films that it should be. But who knows, do you think it'll be four films at the rate of what Hollywood is doing to films nowadays?

Last final thing, make sure you check out some Divergent fansites, because I know some of them are flying off to have a tour of the set and talk to the cast of Divergent! You can send in your questions and they'll ask them personally for you! Have anything to ask our shining stars who are taking on our beloved roles of Tris and Four, Shailene Woodley and Theo James? 

A load down of who are our Dauntless cast:
Shailene Woodley (Tris), Theo James (Four), Jai Courtney (Eric), Christian Madsen (Al), Miles Teller (Peter), Ben Lamb (Edward), Ben Lloyd Hughes (Will), Zoe Kravitz (Christina), Amy Newbold (Molly).

Send your questions to either one of these tweeters:
@IAmDivergentcom
@DivergentNation
@DivergentGuide
@YAHollywood
@PageToPremiere
@fangirlishness

That's it for todays Divergent update!

I Am Selfish.
I Am Brave.

Until next time,
Sabrina

 






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Book Review: Between The Lines by Tammara Webber

Title: Between The Lines
Author: Tammara Webber
Published: 14th February 2013 (published in the UK)

After reading Easy, I could wait to read Between The Lines as I thoroughly enjoyed reading Easy. I was even more excited when Penguin picked up Tammara Webber's books to publish in the UK as when I bought Easy it was a self-published version. But saying this I was a little disappointed in this book.

It's Emma's big break, she has managed to pick up the main role of Lizabeth in an modern Americanized remake of Pride and Prejudice. Who's working alongside her? The world famous and dreamy Reid, who plays the charming Mr Will Darcy in the remake. There is chemistry in the auditions and Reid wants to see if there is anything more, outside of the words "ACTION!"
But looky who's here. Graham Douglas (a much better person to be crushing on!) Emma and Graham seem to get on straight away and she finds herself comfortable in his company. But as they also spend time together, she doesn't know who to choose.

Secrets are kept by Reid, Graham and Brooke Cameron, who seems to be part of Reid's past...and a large part of it.

I find it sad myself that I didn't enjoy this book as much as I wish I did. Obviously, Emma is overwhelmed by everything as she starts her big role as the leading lady but along the way...I think she became increasingly blind. It became increasingly annoying as she seemed to go round with what she "thought" was right but wasn't! Near the end I just wanted to slap some sense into her because she was reading the signs ALL wrong!!!!

This book is split into two narrations. Reid's and Emma's. I have to start saying that I did initially like Reid, but by the end of it...I couldn't stand him! I have already commented about a little on Emma but to add to this I loved some of her character development. It did reflect the entertainment biz typically. Naturally, leaving her best friend, Emily, and hanging around with the celebs in the movie was bound to happen. Emma becomes lost and it from that strange her character build made it a thoroughly enjoyable narration, especially when the realization hit.

I definitely need to read the next book! The ending left me happy, it's so cute! The book covers the process of the "before filming" to the "end of shooting and everyone goes home." I'm expecting lots of complexity when I get my hands on the second book to read, especially on one certain character (the male...I won't tell you who though...spoilers!). It sets up a great read for the next book!

Book Review: Scarlet (Lunar Chronicles #2) by Marissa Meyer

Title: Scarlet (Lunar Chronicles #2)
Author: Marissa Meyer
Published:7th February 2013

Before you read this review, there is a HUGE spoiler so I recommend you read Cinder before you read this review (read at your own risk)

Scarlet is introducesdus to another fairytale with a twist. Scarlet's grandmother has been kindnapped and it's up to her to find out where she is. Along the way she meets Wolf...*hint* *hint* ...and he agress to help her. But can we trust a character who is known to be bad in the original Little Red Riding Hood?

Along side this we get a continuation from the last scenes in Cinder. We know that Cinder is Princess Selene and she is on her way out, as in she's gunna run. Throughout the book she is running away from the "evil" and trying to run towards those who may have answers about her being. Then, a strange turn of event, Scarlet and Cinder's stories collide together...

I love how Marissa Meyer is able to give these fairytales a modern furturistic twist to them, Scarlet - a girl who wears a red hoodie and carries round a gun = *pft* mind blown! But along with this she is a strong female character who really cares for people who are close to her. Sadly, she does carry a characteristic from the original Little Red Riding Hood but there wouldn't be a story if she didn't!

The book is well balanced with action and romance. Kia still carries the loyal role around and whatever he felt for Cinder he swears is gone...(but we all know that's not true) But the more I read this book, the more I started to dislike Kia. He just gives up a little too easily for me, as a Prince I expect someone to fight til the VERY end...He is just a character who just gives up...gave up on Cinder...gave up to Queen Levana at the end of Cinder. But we all have flaws.

Wolf and Thorne. The two new "side-kick" characters. I enjoyed Wolf much more than Thorne, Wolf bringing much more complexity to the book whilst Thorne was like the "comic relief" throughout the book. He followed Cinder and whilst she was all very serious about discovering her past, he gave the odd one or two comments that brought the mood up a little. I adored Wolf, his confusion and loss...loyality to his pack and his overal character build through the book. Wolf surprised me. The idea of the pack was different and was really interesting, especially about learning the rules that follow the pack. The ending between Wolf and Scarlet could be seen as a little cliché but I thought it fitted well with the themes in the book.

BREAKING NEWS: ALLEGIANT (DIVERGENT #3)

BREAKING NEWS!!

On the 18th of April, Veronica Roth announced the title of the third book in the Divergent trilogy, Allegiant.

If you missed the video announcement of press the link below to watch the video

CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO

I was really hoping the title was "Detergent" - I don't know about you? ;)

When I first heard that Allegiant was the title, you could say I was slightly disappointed, it doesn't end in "-ent"!! But that is more of a minor point, it isn't such a long wait now though.

The title does build quite a bit of buzz about what could be inside, the definition of Allegiant?

" Definition of ALLEGIANCE

1a: the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord  b (1): the fidelity owed by a subject or citizen to a sovereign or government (2): the obligation of an alien to the government under which the alien resides

2: devotion or loyalty to a person, group, or cause "

 

We definetly know that there is going to be a war, can we expect back-stabbing and betrail? Loss? A death? What about the unforgettable family connection we learn about? Do they join together? Post your ideas below!

With the title announcement, fans have jumped towards their computers to make their own covers! There are so many now but which one do you like? Here are a few:

Is there one which you think has got it closest? What do you want to see on it? Which fraction is going to be on the cover? I'd love to hear your thoughts, or if you have made your own cover, post it below for everyone to see!

Spotlight Sunday: The Tiny Book Of Tiny Stories - HITRECORD & Joeph Gordon-Levitt

SPOTLIGHT SUNDAY IS HERE!
This is a new feature to my blog where I will spotlight certain things in the book world that I think should get spotlighted. Books varying from future releasing books, new releasing or already released, and not all sitting under the YA title!Maybe some websites that are great for those book worms, other blogs and much more!

For today's spotlight I have chose The Tiny Book of Tiny Stories, Volume 1 by HITRECORD and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. This book tiny book is full of 67 contributors as art and short stories are combined to fill this witty and clever book.

So what is HitRecord? The company was set up by Joseph Gordon-Levitt (yes, the actor and director) and his brother, Dan Gordon-Levitt. The website (http://www.hitrecord.org) was launched in 2005 to share the thriving community of creativity in media including video, literature, music, photography, spoken word, performance, script writing, graphics and much much more! It has spread the creativity worldwide and in 2010 it launched a new scheme where contributor can charge for their individual pieces.

So here as I am writing this I have this tiny book, it does stick true to it's name, sitting next to me. It is a hard back book with crepe like paper bound around it  with the symmetric front printed on the front. The drawings in this book really reflects the talent that is around as they vary from page to page. 

The stories are full of wit with a combination of cleverly thought stories. It is hard not to smile as you read through the book.

I encourage anyone who has wishes to have a future with something creative to check out the HitRecord website, or maybe if you have a hobby which has some sort of creativity in it. It is a really nice website where you can view other peoples work...maybe do a bit of shopping at their shop?