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Title: The Testing (Testing, Book 1)
Author: Joelle Charbonneau
Format: Ebook
Page Count: 336 Pages
Grade Reading Level: Agest 14+
Summary: The Seven Stages of War devastated much of the planet. To ensure future generations rebuild what the previous generations destroyed, the Testing was created by the United Commonwealth. From the Testing, teenagers would be selected to be turned into leaders. They would get college educations, rewarding careers, and become one of the elite. What theses teenagers don’t know is that the Testing is brutal and quick to punish the weak-willed and weak-minded.
Why I started this book:
I had recently finished the Hunger Games trilogy (late comer) and was offered this book on Net Galley by the publisher. Couldn’t resist! So glad I didn’t too!
Likes:
- Cia Vale is one of two candidates chosen for the Testing in her community. They are the first in a long time. Cia wondered why this was until her father pulls her aside and says ‘trust no one.’ Great suspense right from the beginning!
- The Testing itself is very unique and interesting. I wonder why it’s set up as it is and can only wonder at what the sequel will bring.
- Tomas, the handsome candidate from her own community and their alliance.
- World-building. The United Commonwealth (once the US, then taken over by China, and now….) has an interesting history and must deal with consequences of several world wars involving nuclear weapons. Will they be able to rebuild and what exactly is required to rebuild that needs such stringent testing of future leaders? What is the big secret?!
Dislikes:
- The serious cliff hanger at the end… while brilliant is terrible because now I simply cannot wait for the next book to come out!
Final thoughts: If you love the Hunger Games, read this book!
Buy: The Testing
Rating: 5 Treasure Chests
 | Independent Study : The Testing Bk. 2, Joelle Charbonneau (Pre-Order Hardcover) |  |  | US $16.99 | 1d 11h 47m |
Source:
http://www.literatureyoungadultfiction.com/review-the-testing-testing-book-1-by-joelle-charbonneau/