Summary-

"Matched" by Ally Condie is a dystopian novel in which everything, from professional careers to love interests, is tightly regulated by the government. The novel is about Cassia Reyes, a 17-year-old female who resides in this very controlled world. During her Matching Ceremony, Cassia is matched with Xander Carrow, her best friend. But when she looks at her match's data on the device, another face flashes briefly: Ky Markham. This surprising glitch creates a profound curiosity and burgeoning emotions for Ky, even though the rules forbidding it. Caught between her devotion to Xander and her desire for Ky, Cassia starts questioning the power that controls her life and the options she's been provided. As Cassia discovers herself, she has to choose whether to go along with the expectations of the society or listen to her heart. The book touches on aspects of free will, love, and the outcomes of a society that rules all things. "Matched" is an action-packed story of revolt, identity, and the strength of individual choice.