3.5 stars 
 I was prepared to dislike this book. I figured that it would be shallow and rushed and have poor writing. But it was none of those things. 
 The Selection was very much The Bachelor meets Hunger Games. But only the Capitol side of the hunger games, with the extravagance and the glamour and the fancy parties. Not the death and blood part. Not a whole lot happened, but if you read the book's summary, you kind of knew what to expect anyway. It was nothing extraordinary, sure, but it was still an enjoyable, relaxing read. 
 The story is more about the relationships between the characters-- both between the girls and the love interest/s. Mercifully, these weren't rushed or played up. Even by the end of the book, I'm not sure whether Aspen or Maxon is the better candidate for America. 
 While nothing amazing, it was a quick, pleasant read, and I plan to continue the series.