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Arch-Conspirator

by Veronica Roth
Arch-Conspirator by Veronica Roth
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From dystopian visionary and bestselling phenomenon Veronica Roth comes a razor-sharp reimagining of Antigone. In Arch-Conspirator, Roth reaches back to the root of legend and delivers a world of tomorrow both timeless and unexpected.

Outside the last city on Earth, the planet is a wasteland. Without the Archive, where the genes of the dead are stored, humanity will end.

Passing into the Archive should be cause for celebration, but Antigone’s parents were murdered, leaving her father’s throne vacant. As her militant uncle Kreon rises to claim it, all Antigone feels is rage. When he welcomes her and her siblings into his mansion, Antigone sees it for what it really is: a gilded cage, where she is a captive as well as a guest.

But her uncle will soon learn that no cage is unbreakable. And neither is he.

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Updated 04/07/2025
Category: Science Fiction, Dystopia
Release date: February 21, 2023

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Veronica Roth

Veronica Roth

Veronica Roth, the mind behind the Divergent series, has carved out her place as one of the leading voices in young adult dystopian fiction. Born in 1988 in Chicago, Illinois, Roth’s early life was filled with a love for storytelling, which she nurtured through writing short stories, novels, and more. Her path to success wasn’t instantaneous; it was a journey of honing her craft and embracing her unique voice.

Roth’s breakout moment came in 2011 with the publication of Divergent, the first book in a trilogy set in a future society divided into factions based on virtues. This high-stakes world, with its exploration of identity, fear, and rebellion, resonated deeply with readers, launching Roth into the spotlight. But Divergent wasn’t just a story about a girl caught in a conflict—it was a reflection of the complexities of choice and control, and how the decisions we make shape not just ourselves, but the world around us.

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Roth’s writing style is known for its intensity, emotional depth, and fast-paced narrative. She’s not afraid to explore tough themes such as loss, fear, and the personal cost of revolution. Her characters, particularly Tris Prior, the series’ protagonist, are driven by a search for belonging and understanding in a fractured world. The Divergent series became an instant bestseller and soon expanded beyond books, with a film adaptation that introduced Roth's vision to an even wider audience.

Her success didn’t stop with Divergent. Roth continued to build on her dystopian roots with Insurgent and Allegiant, rounding out the Divergent trilogy with twists, turns, and gut-wrenching moments that kept readers on the edge of their seats. But even as she explored the end of a saga, Roth was not content to simply repeat herself—she ventured into new territory with her next works, such as Carve the Mark and The Fates Divide, which offered a fresh, space-faring look at the concepts of fate, power, and personal agency.

Roth’s impact on the YA genre is undeniable. Through her work, she has sparked conversations about identity, choice, and resistance—concepts that are especially relevant in today’s rapidly changing world. Her books have resonated with millions, sparking not only widespread popularity but deep, meaningful connections with fans who see themselves in her characters’ struggles and triumphs.

Veronica Roth doesn’t shy away from asking the tough questions, pushing her readers to consider the weight of their decisions and what it truly means to be free. As she continues to write and evolve, her books remain a mirror to the complexities of the world, with a focus on finding strength amidst uncertainty. In Roth’s own words, “We are all products of the choices we make, not the ones we’re told to make.” Her work invites us all to consider the ways we define ourselves and the power we hold in shaping the future.

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  ★ 6.92 / 37
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  ★ 7.14 / 59
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  ★ 7.86 / 81


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