Veronica Roth: 'I love a clever puppet master character,' says the author of the Divergent series and the new 'Seek the Traitors Son.' Her favorite villain? Lady Jessica from 'Dune.' And hero? Antigone.

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Title: Veronica Roth: 'I love a clever puppet master character,' says the author of the Divergent series and the new 'Seek the Traitors Son.' Her favorite villain? Lady Jessica from 'Dune.' And hero? Antigone.
Authors: Heller, Scott
Source: New York Times Book Review. 5/31/2026, p6-6. 3/4p.
Subjects: Roth, Veronica, 1988-, Authors, Reading interests, Video games, Science fiction
Abstract: The article presents an interview with Veronica Roth, author of the Divergent series. She discusses her new fantasy novel Seek the Traitor's Son, creative inspirations, and reading habits. Topics include favorite literary characters such as Dune's Lady Jessica and Antigone, balancing freedom and restraint in writing, and her immersion in science fiction, fantasy, and video games.
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  Data: The article presents an interview with Veronica Roth, author of the Divergent series. She discusses her new fantasy novel Seek the Traitor's Son, creative inspirations, and reading habits. Topics include favorite literary characters such as Dune's Lady Jessica and Antigone, balancing freedom and restraint in writing, and her immersion in science fiction, fantasy, and video games.
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