Mock Printz 2026 discussion

What did you think of Divergent?

I liked it, but I found a *LOT* of plot holes that were fairly unforgivable (the biggest being the improbability of the size of this world, something we're never savvy to and yet we're led to believe is huge when, in fact, it's not).

I don't think this one has a huge Printz shot, as it's not quite literary enough. Lots of starred reviews, but I think this book will fall more like Hunger Games did in the end - one that appeals widely but isn't necessarily literary enough for things like a Printz.

Kelly wrote: "one that appeals widely but isn't necessarily literary enough for things like the Printz."

I wonder about that. I didn't think Ship Breaker or Going Bovine would have had a shot either, but I see your point.

I loved it. It is still my favorite of the year, so far. I guess I'm just one of those people who ignores plot holes...

Jennifer wrote: "I loved it. It is still my favorite of the year, so far. I guess I'm just one of those people who ignores plot holes..."

I'm with you, Jennifer! I must say Divergent and Beauty Queens are my top two so far this year!

Of course, there's still quite a lot of reading to do!

I just finished Divergent. I really liked it! It is a page turner. At almost 500 pages it's a fast read. I've already recommended it to friends. Defintely one of my favorites this year.

Jennifer wrote: "I loved it. It is still my favorite of the year, so far. I guess I'm just one of those people who ignores plot holes..."

I am too, so you are not alone :)

Divergent was by far one of my favorite reads so far this year. It is one of those books that the length didn't even matter because of what a page turner it is.

I loved Divergent and have been recommanding it to those that loved the Hunger Games. But I agree with others I just don't see it earning a Printz.

I loved Divergent and have been recommanding it to those that loved the Hunger Games. But I agree with others I just don't see it earning a Printz.