Legend
Ratings357
Average rating3.9
So, I read this book quite a few years ago, so my memory is a bit hazy on it. All I can say with certainty is that I LOVED it when I read it. Day and June were interesting and fun characters, the mystery was good enough to keep me entertained, and honestly, at that time I hadn't had that much fun reading a book in a while.
Would definitely recommend for those who want to spend an afternoon in a dystopia that's quick to read.
I'm not usually into dystopian books, but I couldn't put this book down! That being said, the rest of the series really isn't as good so I would just read this one and save your time.
Great book! The pacing wasn't too slow, and there was never a point where it felt boring. However, I honestly felt that the “romance” wasn't that necessary, and felt forced. Still a nice read though! 4 stars.
Unforgettable YA series, with intricate characters that have you rooting for them and jaw-dropping society with action.
Totally fast-paced, addicting, and enjoyable. I loved Day's personality because it SURPRISED me. I've always thought that YA, dystopian guys were ALWAYS the same ( and I mean I love that they are the same lmao) But Day? ANOTHER WHOLE STORY. HE's always so caring but not mean. I loved that. June was alright. She turned 360 degrees in character development. Did I hate her? Well, I kind of did. But overall I liked her. But yeah she's the same as any other YA, dystopian girl. to me. But in the end, she turned out better in my opinion.
What I still can't UNDERSTAND, is WHY THE HECK ARE THIS CHARACTERS 15??????
If they were 17 I would've accepted, but in my opinion, they DON'T act 15 AT ALL. Taking all those decisions and being 15?? Nah I can't believe it. And is not because they were making “bad” decisions, just that they were WAY too mature for being 15.
Another thing, I LOVE enemies to lovers. But this one was too... rushed? I don't know. I didn't have any feelings at all for them. Like I thought it was cute and all, but I didn't have those butterflies I always have.
For some reason, I even shipped June with Thomas Lmao.
Those were NOT my favorite things about this. But overall ADDICTING. And I WOUld recommend.
I picked this book mostly because I wanted that old YA, dystopia I used to always loved. And I'm right I LOVE 2010s dystopia. For some reason it even reminded me of the Shatter Me series.
Confused screeching
I swear to God I am so confused. The characters were, ehhh, not so great. The mystery was decent, but damn I didn't like it as much.
However it is very noticeable that it's a very early on YA-adaptation. It includes most of the early YA elements, so I can appreciate it.
Don't know if I'll continue with the series, it's not on my priority list and ehh, I didn't like it that much to prioritize the next installments.
It was fine; Another one of those if I'd read it when it came out I probably would've enjoyed it more type books. Can't really fault this book for the plot feeling predictable since it came out before most of the other books that made this style of dystopian tiresome but, that doesn't mean I can't sigh over another “teenage orphans (who fall in love) try to rise against fascist government” plotline.
Don't see myself reading any further in the series but I understand why people like this.
I loved reading this book.
It had actually kind of missed reading dystopian and this one is such a good one.
The romance between Day and June is one I truly like.
The constant action kept me glued to the pages and the book has a constant factor of wanting to know more due to both characters finding things they're not supposed to.
I really only read this for part of a challenge but it really surprised me. I enjoyed it and felt for the characters. I've discovered that this is not a stand alone book and would quite like to read more in the series.
I first learned about Marie Lu because of The Young Elites. I loved it so much that it took me a while to start Legend as I do not want to spoil my love for her. I guess I was wrong because I think I am in love with her more. She writes so beautifully and convincingly I feel that every page is a masterpiece. She made everything about Legend feel so true that when I was done, I was eager to get my hands on Prodigy which I am now starting. I usually do not write reviews after I read a book, it takes me time and effort to review and think how many stars it deserves— but for Legend, there's no asking or second thoughts. It deserves more than the 5 stars goodreads allows you to give. The writing is perfect. The characters are well thought of, well established and undeniably likeable despite the good or the bad. Everything about Legend is what every reader wants in a book. A true full on experience of a new world.
Even if I've read this a million times before, this book is still so much fun.
One might even say it's legendary.
RTC.
Actually, a 3.5.
Just fast and good enough to get me out of my reading slump. Good book, not great, but enjoyable.
What a fantastic book! It was glued to my hands.
The storytelling is great, going strong throughout the book with brave twists. I was wandering so many times “how in the hell will this work out in the end?!”. Main characters are captivating, intelligent and full of life, you will root for them sincerely.
Actually, the less you know about the book the better, just pick it up and enjoy.
LO AMO.
LO AMO, LO AMO, LO AMO.
No he leído más distopías que no fuera Divergente (sí, pertenezco a ese 5 % de la población que no ha leído Los Juegos del Hambre) pero definitivamente este libro se ha llevado mi Oscar. Más adelante, daré mi reseña entera.
[Horas después]
Estoy segura de que de una u otra forma habrán visto este libro entre las distopías más populares en la comunidad de lectores. Confieso que lo envié a la lista de lecturas hace como dos años y ha ido agarrando polvo virtual en las estanterías hasta que por fin ¡por fin lo he leído!
June y Day son unos protagonistas muy inteligentes. Cada capítulo está narrado por ellos a intervalos –un capítulo Day, otro June, y viceversa– por lo que puedes saber los pensares de cada uno, los sentimientos, la visión de ambos y llegar a conocerlos bastante bien. Podrás ver cómo fue, cómo es e intentar adivinar cómo será la vida de cada uno. El libro reza en su portada: «Piensan que son enemigos, pero solo son polos opuestos de un imán» Si bien fue eso lo que me hizo leer el libro ahora, es una buena forma de resumirte parte de la trama en 12 simples palabras.
Ante la muerte de su hermano Metias, June cree que Day es el asesino y hará todo por atraparlo. Este personaje femenino, para mí, alcanza puestos bastantes elevados. June es astuta, valiente, observadora, malditamente inteligente (obtuvo 1500 puntos; es una prodigio, una niña genio, por favor), hábil, aunque muy inocente llegando a ser ingenua. Y esto es por la confianza ciega y fe que le llega a demostrar a su país buena parte del libro. Es un personaje fuerte que se ganó mi cariño y respeto. Tal como Day. Él es, de una forma sencilla, como un Robin Hood. No exactamente por el hecho de que robe a los ricos para dárselos a los pobres (porque sí, eso hace en contadas ocasiones) sino porque sabotea los movimientos militares de la Republica contra las Colonias. Tanto esa gente como otros grupo llamados Patriotas que también están en contra de la Republica, intentaron reclutar a Day y unirlos a su causa, pero él desistió.
Para cualquiera, June y Day pueden parecer idénticos, con habilidades mentales y físicas parecidas, no obstante, hay cosas que los diferencian, no solo sus status sociales. Hacen una pareja única, se complementan el uno al otro. Sin embargo, aquí entra la parte negativa, me pareció que en ciertas ocasiones su romance fue un tanto forzado, lo sentí como si se enamorasen muy pronto. Otra cosa también fueron ciertas muertes que no pensé iban a dolerme, pero ese es un problema que nos acarrea a todos.
El libro está bastante bien hecho, bastante bien estructurado, la autora pensó muy bien cada detalle y tiene una forma de narrar tan adictiva que no te hace soltar el libro. A mí, cuando llegué a cierto punto, no pude parar. Me devoré 200 páginas en una noche por lo buenísimo que estaba. Me parece que, si bien sé que para muchos Los Juegos del Hambre es una de las mejores distopías, yo creo que deberá sorprenderme bastante y Katniss deberá esforzarse mucho para poder rebasar a June y Legend del lugar en el que están. Anímense a leerlo aquellos que no lo hicieron, y si tú que lees esto ya lo leíste, acosa a ese amigo que no lo hizo para que lo haga pronto.
En un impulso de lectora, compré este libro hace más de un año, pero poco a poco le perdí el interés, así que terminó en un rincón de mi librero. Luego, lo regalé; y por cosas de la vida, la persona a la que le había regalado, terminó prestándome el libro ya que yo no tenía nada qué leer.
Legend no es un mal libro. De hecho, creo que me habría gustado de no ser por la traducción. Hay detalles en la historia que me hubiera encantado que hubiesen tenido una traducción un poco más fidedigna, porque en esta edición -a mi parecer- perdía el sentido. Ejemplo: “Bichito” = Junebug
Ahora que terminé el libro, me arrepiento de haberlo comprado en español, y me servirá como nota mental por si decido comprar algún otro libro por la autora.
La historia en cierto punto se me hizo predecible. Será porque he leído algunos libros de este género y me es fácil anticipar lo que vendrá, o tal vez es porque simplemente la historia lo fue...
No soy fan del romance en este libro. Me gustaron Day y June como personajes separados pero no creo que pueda soportar más escenas donde están juntos.
Por todo esto, no creo que continúe la serie.
I give it rather a 4.5 stars. I like the world Legend is in. I find the opposite two worlds of the main characters fascinating. I had a little trouble first with the name Day, but i got used to it very quickly. I hope the next one will be a little more thrilling, but i really cant wait for them. I hope they will get better, so i can give them 5 stars ;)
A great story that's hard to put down. I enjoyed the characters and the action in this book.
I liked the different perspective and the history doesn't let you catch your breath! Hope the other are like this book.
Are we gonna see Ollie ? I want to see him back with June !
Finally got around to reading this book and I really enjoyed it. The different fonts/text colour made it easy to remember whose POV I was reading, so that was great. I felt like June and Day were a bit too mature for their age, I know they're prodigies and super smart, but even so they felt like 18-year-olds instead of 15-year-olds. Not too much happened in terms of story progression, but I'm sure the next book moves the plot further than Legend did. I will definitely read the sequels.