America is one of the six finalists in the quest to win Prince Maxon's heart. In the first book of this trilogy, 35 young women are selected from across the country. One of them will become Illea's newest princess. I actually liked The Elite even better than the first book. There's a lot more action and danger in this installment. The Prince is in love with America but he's not her only suitor. Her childhood sweetheart is now one of the guards at the palace and Aspen is not willing to give up his campaign for her heart. And the rebels are getting increasingly hostile in their attacks. The Elite is a book that is hard to put down (although I did force myself to do that at two in the morning). I'm looking forward to the conclusion.