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Crossed is a young adult dystopian novel by Ally Condie, published in 2011. It is the second novel in the Matched trilogy and continues the story of Cassia Reyes after she leaves the Society in search of Ky Markham. Much of the novel takes place in the Outer Provinces, where the characters encounter rebellion, military control, social inequality, and competing ideas about freedom and authority.
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What happens to Cassia and Ky in Crossed?
Cassia is sent to a work camp in the Outer Provinces while Ky is sent toward the military front. Their separate journeys bring them closer to the growing rebellion against the Society.
Who narrates Crossed?
The novel alternates between the viewpoints of Cassia Reyes and Ky Markham. This structure lets the reader follow Cassia's search and Ky's experience in the Outer Provinces at the same time.
Do I need to read Matched before Crossed?
Yes, Crossed is the second novel in Ally Condie's Matched trilogy and continues directly from Matched. Reached, published in 2012, is the concluding volume.
When was Crossed published, and how long is it?
Dutton published Crossed on November 1, 2011. Edition length varies, with the Penguin Random House ebook listed at 416 pages and the original hardcover at 384 pages.
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