Legend

Summary
What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic's wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic's highest military circles. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country's most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem.

From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths - until the day June's brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family's survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias's death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets.

Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills.
(Summary taken from the book)

Afterthoughts
Hunger Games and dystopian-genre fans will absolutely love this book. It is fast-paced, heartbreaking, full of mystery, and leaves you gasping for the next book!
The story is told from two perspectives, Day's and June's. Lu flawlessly switched between the two and convincingly portrayed them both. They both had their own voices and the transitions weren't confusing.
 I read this book post-Hunger Games and loved every moment of it. I was brought to tears and even had to put the book down in anxiety a few times. Lu's post-disaster America was believable and created questions that will hopefully be answered in the sequel. Highly recommended!

Warnings
A bit of mild language.

Extras
Book Trailer:

First chapter of Prodigy, the sequel to Legend