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Series: Shatter Me, #5
Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.1/5)
Genre: Young Adult , Fantasy, Romance, Science Fiction, Thriller.

Book Review:
''Defy Me'' is a whirlwind of revelations that fundamentally shifts the understanding of the entire Shatter Me universe. Tahereh Mafi pulls no punches, delivering shocking truths about the characters' pasts, the nature of their powers, and the sinister global agenda of The Reestablishment. The amnesia/memory-alteration plot device creates immediate high stakes, forcing the characters (and the reader) to question everything they thought they knew. While the pace is breakneck and some reveals come in rapid succession, the emotional core remains strong, focusing on the unbreakable bond between Juliette and Warner, even when they can't remember why they're connected. The book successfully raises the stakes to a global level and brings the original cast back into the forefront for a unified fight. It serves as a crucial bridge, connecting the political intrigue of ''Restore Me'' to the all-out war that is clearly on the horizon, leaving readers desperate for the next installment.