Divergent is a young adult dystopian novel by Veronica Roth. It is the first book in the Divergent trilogy. The novel is set in a future Chicago where society is divided into five factions. Beatrice Prior is a Divergent, meaning she does not fit into any one faction. When she turns 16, she must choose a faction. She chooses Dauntless, the faction known for their bravery. However, she soon realizes that the Dauntless are not what they seem. They are controlled by a ruthless leader, and Beatrice must fight for her life.