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Insurgent

Insurgent

*Insurgent* is a 2012 dystopian young adult science-fiction novel by Veronica Roth and the second book in the *Divergent* trilogy. After the violence that ends *Divergent*, Tris Prior faces a society in which the faction system is breaking down and open conflict is spreading among groups built aroun...

6.8 Fair

apps Top Insurgent Alternatives

The top alternative to Insurgent in 2026 is Thunderhead with a score of 8.4/10, followed by Illuminae (7.7) and Cinder (7.6).

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Thunderhead

Thunderhead

"Thunderhead" is a 2018 young adult science fiction novel by Neal Shusterman, serving as the second installment in the "...

Sci Fi AI Dystopian 2010S
8.4 Great
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Illuminae

Illuminae

*Illuminae* is a 2015 young adult science fiction novel co-authored by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff. The narrative is u...

Sci Fi Space Thriller 2010S
7.7 Good
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Cinder

Cinder

Cinder is a 2012 young adult science fiction novel by Marissa Meyer and the opening volume of The Lunar Chronicles. It r...

Sci Fi 2010S Cyborg Fairy Tale Retelling
7.6 Good
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An Ember in the Ashes

An Ember in the Ashes

An Ember in the Ashes is a 2015 young adult fantasy novel by Sabaa Tahir and the opening volume of a four-book series. I...

Fantasy Military Dystopian 2010S
7.5 Good
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They Both Die at the End

They Both Die at the End

They Both Die at the End is a 2017 young adult novel by Adam Silvera. It is set in a near-future society where a service...

Sci Fi Contemporary Standalone Tragic
7.5 Good
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Winter

Winter

Winter is a 2015 young adult science fiction novel by Marissa Meyer and the fourth main volume of The Lunar Chronicles....

Sci Fi 2010S Finale Fairy Tale Retelling
7.5 Good
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Gemina

Gemina

Gemina is a 2016 young adult science fiction novel by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff and the second volume of The Illumin...

Sci Fi Thriller 2010S Space Station
7.5 Good
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Mockingjay

Mockingjay

Mockingjay is a 2010 dystopian novel by Suzanne Collins and the concluding volume of The Hunger Games trilogy. After the...

Sci Fi Dystopian War 2010S
7.4 Good
9
Crown of Midnight

Crown of Midnight

Crown of Midnight is a 2013 young adult fantasy novel by Sarah J. Maas and the second main installment of the Throne of...

Fantasy Series Rebellion 2010S
7.4 Good
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More Than This

More Than This

More Than This is a 2013 young adult novel by Patrick Ness that combines speculative fiction, mystery, and psychological...

Sci Fi Standalone Mystery Surreal
7.4 Good
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Cress

Cress

Cress is a 2014 young adult science-fiction novel by Marissa Meyer and the third main volume of The Lunar Chronicles, fo...

Sci Fi 2010S Hacker Fairy Tale Retelling
7.4 Good
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Obsidio

Obsidio

Obsidio is a 2018 young adult science-fiction novel by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff and the concluding volume of The Il...

Sci Fi Thriller 2010S Finale
7.4 Good
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The Toll

The Toll

The Toll is a 2019 young adult science fiction novel by Neal Shusterman and the third and final book in the Arc of a Scy...

Sci Fi Dystopian 2010S Trilogy
6.9 Fair
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The Scorch Trials

The Scorch Trials

The Scorch Trials is a 2010 young adult dystopian novel by American author James Dashner and the second book in the Maze...

Sci Fi Desert Series Dystopian
6.7 Fair
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The Death Cure

The Death Cure

The Death Cure is a young adult science-fiction novel by James Dashner, published in 2011 as the third main book in the...

Sci Fi Series Dystopian 2010S
6.5 Fair
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Prodigy

Prodigy

Prodigy is a young adult dystopian novel by Marie Lu, published in 2013 as the second book in the Legend trilogy. It con...

Sci Fi Series Dystopian Rebellion
6.5 Fair
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Crossed

Crossed

Crossed is a young adult dystopian novel by Ally Condie, published in 2011. It is the second novel in the Matched trilog...

Romance Dystopian Rebellion 2010S
6.3 Fair
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The Kill Order

The Kill Order

The Kill Order is a 2012 young adult dystopian science-fiction novel by James Dashner. It is a prequel to The Maze Runne...

Sci Fi Dystopian Origin Prequel
6.2 Fair
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Glass Sword

Glass Sword

Glass Sword is a young adult dystopian fantasy novel by Victoria Aveyard, published in 2016 as the second book in the Re...

Fantasy Dystopian Rebellion 2010S
6.0 Fair
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Allegiant

Allegiant

Allegiant is a 2013 young adult dystopian novel by American author Veronica Roth. It is the third and concluding novel i...

Sci Fi Dystopian 2010S Divergent
5.8 Mediocre

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Thunderhead
Thunderhead
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi AI Dystopian
8.4 Great +1.6 Compare
Illuminae
Illuminae
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi Space Thriller
7.7 Good +0.9 Compare
Cinder
Cinder
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi 2010S Cyborg
7.6 Good +0.8 Compare
An Ember in the Ashes
An Ember in the Ashes
Young Adult Novel Fantasy Military Dystopian
7.5 Good +0.7 Compare
They Both Die at the End
They Both Die at the End
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi Contemporary Standalone
7.5 Good +0.7 Compare
Winter
Winter
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi 2010S Finale
7.5 Good +0.7 Compare
Gemina
Gemina
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi Thriller 2010S
7.5 Good +0.7 Compare
Mockingjay
Mockingjay
Young Adult Novel Sci Fi Dystopian War
7.4 Good +0.6 Compare
Crown of Midnight
Crown of Midnight
Young Adult Novel Fantasy Series Rebellion
7.4 Good +0.6 Compare
More Than This
More Than This
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7.4 Good +0.6 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Insurgent?
The top alternatives to Insurgent in 2026 include Thunderhead, Illuminae, Cinder, An Ember in the Ashes, They Both Die at the End. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Insurgent compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Insurgent scores 6.8/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Insurgent worth it in 2026?
Insurgent scores 6.8/10 in the Young Adult Novel category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Insurgent?
Several alternatives to Insurgent offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Insurgent?
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How many alternatives to Insurgent are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Insurgent in the Young Adult Novel category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Insurgent alternative has the highest rating?
Thunderhead currently holds the highest rating among Insurgent alternatives with a score of 8.4/10.
Can I use Thunderhead instead of Insurgent?
Thunderhead is one of the top-rated alternatives to Insurgent. While they serve similar purposes in the Young Adult Novel space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Insurgent?
Pricing varies among Insurgent alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Young Adult Novel category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Insurgent alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
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Insurgent vs Thunderhead: which is better?
Insurgent scores 6.8/10 while Thunderhead scores 8.4/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Insurgent vs Illuminae: which is better?
Insurgent scores 6.8/10 while Illuminae scores 7.7/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Insurgent vs Cinder: which is better?
Insurgent scores 6.8/10 while Cinder scores 7.6/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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