Let me start this by saying that I absolutely LOVED the original "Selection" trilogy. I loved America and Maxon and I wanted more of their story. That being said, by page 100, I was over this book. Eadlyn was so infuriating. She was rude and callous and I didn't understand why Cass would write her that way. Once I started thinking about it though, I understood why Eadlyn was the way she is. She was first-born, with an entire country riding on her shoulders. Being brought up knowing that "no one is more powerful" than her, made her turn cold. She just needs to learn that she can be open to the idea of "being open" with someone. Also, it is pretty unfortunate that America and Maxon are making her do a Selection when she clearly didn't want to, and was told she never had to. 
 The end of this book: KIERA CASS HOW COULD YOU DO THIS TO ME?? I can't wait for The Crown I need it IMMEDIATELY. I need to know if (view spoiler)[ America is going to live, because she better. I need to know Arhen is going to apologize for flipping LEAVING! Or even come home to his mother. I need to know who Eadlyn is going to pick!! (hide spoiler)] 
 Overall Recommendation: If you liked The Selection series, then at least give this a shot. Don't get discouraged because you hate Eadlyn, I promise it will get better.