Yes, I am one of the people on the "I LOVED THIS BOOK!" end of the spectrum. It really seems that most people either really, truly loved The Selection or completely disliked it. I really found it to be original and intriguing. The caste system that makes up the society in the country of Illea was an interesting way to build a fictional world of the future, and I bought it hook, line, and sinker. I thought the characters were interesting and the interactions between the main character America and the 2 men in her life kept me on my toes and has me longing for more. I can't wait to get the 2nd book in the series. Bring it on.