I have heard some compare this book to The Hunger Games, but, my thoughts had immediately gone to The Chaos Walking series by Patrick Ness. It took me a little while to get use to the "lingo", but ended up LOVING the book! 
 Aria, the Dweller and Perry, the Outsider, meet under unfortunate circumstances when Aria had snuck into a particular pod with her friends. My favorite part about this book was that it was not love at first sight with the two main characters. They actually despised each other. Their relationship blossomed into a beautiful friendship and then so much more. But, it happened over the course of the book and NOT just a few chapters. 
 "She found it curious and frightening that she could deeply dislike someone she didn't even know. It wasn't her. At least, it wasn't how she used to be." 
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 I had even became quite fond of the secondary characters. One of my favorites was Perry's friend, Roar. He was quite funny! 
 Roar leaned across the table and smiled at her seductively, his dark hair falling into his eyes. 'When you say everything happens in the Realms, do you mean everything?' 
 Aria laughed nervously.'Yes. Especially that.There are no risks in the Realms.' 
 Roar's smile widened. 'You simply think it and it happens? And it 
 actually feels real?' 
 'Why are we talking about this?' 
 'I need a Smarteye,' he said. 
 Aria and Perry both need something from each other and along their journey, they come across many obstacles. Aria is not familiar with Perry's world and Perry has to protect her at all costs. 
 The ending was a little disheartening, but, the writer gave you a little tidbit on what may happen next. She does not come right out and say it and she let's the reader use a little of their imagination. Ms. Rossi let's us ponder about what could possibly happen next. She leaves it open for the next book and has a great set-up to continue the series. 
 All joking aside, this was a fantastic read! I had no idea of what to expect when I received this book and I can honestly tell you that it could possibly become one of my favorites of the year. Ms. Rossi's writing style is exquisite and I cannot wait to read more! The next book in the series is due sometime in 2013. I will be the first in line to purchase it!