Dystopian · Young adult
Legend
In a divided future Los Angeles, June is a prodigy soldier from a wealthy family, and Day is the country's most wanted criminal. When her brother is killed, she is sent to hunt him, though neither is quite what they seem.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 2011
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 352
- Format
- Book 1 of 4 in Legend
Read this if you want a fast, easy-to-read dystopian adventure with two alternating narrators.
Skip this if you want original world-building or a quiet, thoughtful read.
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Quick answers about Legend
- What is Legend about?
- In a divided future Los Angeles, June is a prodigy soldier from a wealthy family, and Day is the country's most wanted criminal. When her brother is killed, she is sent to hunt him, though neither is quite what they seem.
- Who should read Legend?
- Read it if you want a fast, easy-to-read dystopian adventure with two alternating narrators. Skip it if you want original world-building or a quiet, thoughtful read.
- How long and how fast is Legend?
- It is a fast-paced, medium read of about 352 pages, first published in 2011.
- Does Legend have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Violence, Death, War.
- Can I borrow Legend for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Legend; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Legend?
- Readers who liked it often move on to The Hunger Games, Divergent, Red Rising.
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