America Singer is one of the Elite and Prince Maxon only has eyes for her

If she wins the competition for his heart, she will leave her pre-destined life for a world of luxury. But the outcome is less than certain; the threat of rebel violence just beyond the palace walls is escalating into war and bitter rivals are ready to take her down.

Yet as America's feeling for Maxon grow stronger ex-lover Aspen waits for her in the shadows. Where do her loyalties truly lie?