** spoiler alert ** 
 3.5 stars 
 The Selection is one of my all time favourite series, so I was SUPER excited for the release of The Heir! Despite Eadlyn's bad attitude, naivety and plain annoying-ness, it was a really enjoyable read with some great moments, my favourites involving Maxon and America ;) I feel like the ending happened so abruptly - I would have loved a little less on Eadlyn's complaints throughout the book and an extension on the end scene (THAT SCENE THOUGH. THE FEELS) 
 Don't get me wrong, I loved this book! There was seriously adorable moments between Maxon and America, we got to see what so many of our favourite characters were up to now, and attempt to pick a favourite guy for Eadlyn! I honestly don't know who she will end up with (or if she will choose anyone, for that matter) - my first thought is Kile, but I don't know if he would be happy living in the palace forever. I want to see him explore the world and pursue his architect career! I feel like Eadlyn is also being a bit unfair towards him in this book by constantly using him for affection, and even after he opened up to her about his designs and dreams for the future, she still stays so hidden away. Henri is completely and utterly adorable, and he so obviously adores Eadlyn. The kitchen scene was so cute! I don't know how the language barrier will affect their relationship, though. The only other problem is Erik, Henri's translator. Is Eadlyn falling for him? And then there's Hale; he is such a great (and fashionable!) guy, but will they ever become more than friends? And then there's this whole Ean situation! I personally hope she stays well away from him, he seems like trouble. Plus Eadlyn deserves to marry for love! None of the other selected really stand out to me... yet. ah so many questions! 
 ((BIG SPOILERY PARAGRAPH)) Let's talk about that final scene. Even through Ahren's departure was very sudden, after reading his note for Eadlyn I completely understand why he decided to "run away" and elope. Ahren and Camille are the cutest couple, the scene when she first arrived was adorable! Anyway, if that wasn't enough, then we find out that America has had a freaking heart attack! By this point I was in shock and couldn't even cry, but the next image had me sobbing - Maxon weeping and clutching onto Aspen. Oh man, whyYY!! My heart was actually breaking for him. If America dies in the next book I honestly don't know what I'll do with myself, I will be in despair for weeks. 
 My favourite scenes were just before the parade when Maxon was taking photographs and putting flowers in America's hair, and when Eadlyn, her family + friends and some of the Selected all played sport together camera-free. 
 In the next book I am really hoping to see a change in Eadlyn, as we've already started to see this change near the end of this book. I'd love to see her open up to people and let go of her "perfect image" and just be free and open, and also start to show empathy and kindess for others. Maybe she will get a chance to leave the palace and actually see what is going on in the "real world"? I also think something drastic will happen to the monarchy - will they go back to having a President? or will Eadlyn step up to the throne if Maxon is unable? I also hope she finds out more about America and Maxon's Selection, and realises that it wasn't the perfect fairytale she's always thought it was. I honestly have no idea what to expect, and can't wait to see what Kiera has in store in the 5th book!