Title: Crossed (Matched #2)

Author: Ally Condie

Publisher: Dutton Books 2011

Genre: YA Dystopian

Pages: 367

Rating: 4/5 stars

Reading Challenges: SubGenre -- Scifi/Fan, Dys; Women Authors; TBR Pile; Seriously Series; Eclectic - Dystopian

How I Got It: I own it

Cassia's quest leads her to question much of what she holds dear, even as she finds glimmers of a different life across the border. But as Cassia nears resolve and certainty about her future with Ky, an invitation for rebellion, an unexpected betrayal, and a surprise visit from Xander - who may hold the key to the uprising and, still, to Cassia's heart - change the game once again. Nothing is as expected on the edge of Society, where crosses and double crosses make the path more twisted than ever.

I figured that the second book would be a bit of a let down after the amazing first book.  This one is good, just not amazing.  I did love seeing what is outside Society, but the overall plotline and pacing didn't grab my attention.  The addition of Indie and Eli and even Hunter did make up for some of the pacing issues.  I like meeting of new people.  Ky and Cassia are good characters, but they seem to flounder here.  Cassia starts questioning everything, but not in a good way.  Ky continues to hold back and keep secrets from Cassia.  If these two have any future, they really need to start being honest with one another.  Of course, they are only seventeen.  After all they have seen and know, I expect to see more growing up.  Oh well, there's always the conclusion...

Matched:

1. Matched
2. Crossed
3. Reached