Sixteen year old, Katniss Everdeen lives in Panem, the future North America that is made up of 12 districts ruled by the Capital. Each year on reaping day, two people from each district are picked for The Hunger Games, a televised survival game. When Katniss’ sister, Prim, is picked, Katniss volunteers to go in her place. The games are required viewing for the citizens of Paneam and they watch until there is only ONE survivor. The book is violent, full of drama, and even a little romance. The story will keep readers on the edge of their seats and the ending will cause them to “hunger” for more.
original post by Cherie Wasserman - YA Lit group, Fall 08
2/04/2009
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Second! "Hunger Games" is stellar sci-fi, with very current overtones (a entralized authority that controls its population through fear & deprivation). Great characters who act in believable ways, a thrilling plot that will keep you turning the pages, the YA-friendly touch of romance--worthy of any best books list!
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ReplyDeleteThis book is very exciting and has a good pace. I think the strong female protagonist will draw in more female readers to the fantasy/sci-fi genre.
I think this one rivals Twilight with the unresolved tension factor. Very 8th grade but fine for middle school.
ReplyDeleteHaving had time to mull this one over, I am now a fan. At first I didn't buy into the fight to the death scenario, but I'm now seeing the entire book as a scathing comment on reality television and our celebrity driven culture. Plus it really is a page turner.
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