Books Like Divergent

by Suzanne Collins

Both Divergent and The Hunger Games feature strong female protagonists who are thrown into brutal, life-threatening situations by a controlling government. Katniss, like Tris, must navigate a world where her every move is watched, and rebellion is risky. Both stories explore themes of survival, identity, and fighting back against an unjust system.

by Marie Lu

In Legend, two teens from opposite sides of a dystopian society must come together to uncover dark truths, much like Tris and Tobias in Divergent. Both stories deal with themes of loyalty, corruption, and sacrifice. Fans of Tris and Tobias’s complex relationship will enjoy the dynamic between June and Day, who must learn to trust each other to bring change.

by Ally Condie

Matched presents a society that controls every aspect of life, similar to the faction system in Divergent. Cassia, like Tris, begins to question the rules of her world when she realizes her future is being dictated by others. Both heroines experience a personal awakening as they fall in love and start to fight for their own choices.

by James Dashner

Much like Divergent, The Maze Runner follows a group of young people forced into a mysterious and dangerous situation by powerful, unseen forces. Thomas, like Tris, must uncover the truth about the world around him while dealing with constant physical and mental challenges. Both books explore themes of resilience and teamwork under extreme conditions.

by Kiera Cass

Though more romance-focused, The Selection shares Divergent's theme of a rigid, class-based society where people have limited freedom. America, like Tris, questions the expectations placed upon her and struggles between following her heart and fulfilling her role. Both characters find themselves caught up in larger conflicts that test their values and relationships.

by Victoria Aveyard

Red Queen explores a society divided by bloodlines, with a powerful elite ruling over the rest. Like Tris, Mare discovers she has unique abilities that could disrupt the balance of power. Both characters face betrayal, danger, and a journey to understand their own power while challenging the systems that control them.

by Lauren Oliver

In Delirium, love is forbidden, and the government exerts control over people's emotions, similar to the rigid control of factions in Divergent. Lena, like Tris, begins to question her society and what she’s been taught as she falls in love and fights for her freedom. Both stories explore the struggle between individuality and conformity.

by Tahereh Mafi

Shatter Me features a government that oppresses people, with a heroine, Juliette, who possesses powers that could make her a threat or a weapon. Like Tris, Juliette faces isolation, danger, and the challenge of learning to trust others. Both characters must find their inner strength and come to terms with who they are in a world that wants to control them.

by Rick Yancey

The 5th Wave combines a survival story with themes of trust and betrayal, similar to Divergent. Cassie, like Tris, is thrust into a world where she can trust no one and must constantly fight to survive. Both stories highlight the resilience and courage needed to face unimaginable threats and protect loved ones.

by Lois Lowry

The Giver presents a seemingly perfect society that conceals dark secrets, much like the faction system in Divergent. Jonas, like Tris, begins to see the flaws in his society and must decide whether to accept the truth or conform. Both characters grapple with the consequences of knowledge and the desire for freedom in a controlled world.

by Sabaa Tahir

An Ember in the Ashes explores themes of rebellion, oppression, and the fight for freedom, much like Divergent. Laia and Elias, like Tris and Tobias, come from different backgrounds but find common ground in their struggle against a brutal regime. Both stories feature a strong sense of loyalty, sacrifice, and the courage to challenge authority.