The opportunity to be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels. To live in a palace and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon. But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her, and leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want. Then American meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she begins to realize that the...

When she was chosen to compete in the Selection, America never dreamed she would find herself anywhere close to the crown?or to Prince Maxon's heart. But as the end of the competition approaches, and the threats outside the palace walls grow more vicious, America realizes just how much she stands to lose?and how hard she'll have to fight for the future she wants.