For anyone who knows how I feel about this series, love it! It should be no surprise that I was anxiously awaiting the release of this novel. I pre-ordered my books, waited at the local bookstore until midnight to pick it up, took this morning off so I could stay up all night and read it. We were the second people in line, and were back at my house by 12:20 to start reading this book. I was absolutely riveted and amazed at where Suzanne took the story. It was worth staying up until 5 am to read the whole book.
I won’t make this a long review. The book is amazing, but it is so complex that I don’t want to accidentally say something I shouldn’t.
The biggest thing is that this book is much more violent then the last two. This seems surprising as the last two are focused on children killing children. But this is an all out civil war, and the are causalities are high. Characters we care about, and have devoted our time and energy are both wounded physically and mentally. The intensity of the book surprised me, and I caught myself tearing up at parts that were especially overwhelming.
I WANT TO BUY MOCKINGJAY
My first question to you is, have you read the Hunger Games? The first novel of this three book series, the third to be released summer of 2010. If you have, then you understand the passion I am going to be relaying to you over this sequel. If you haven’t, by all means, do yourself a favor and go read it!
Catching Fire was the perfect addition to the story cast in the Hunger Games. I am in love with Katniss, the main character. She is strong, capable, instilled with passion, and she’s what many girls aren’t… logical. I love that about her. This novel also helped me to fall in love with Peeta. Their relationship, although created by a suppressive, powerful government has become something that, although fake on camera, is real behind closed doors.
I am deeply impressed with this book! I can’t think of reality TV, media, or celebrity culture in the same way. It’s a great eye opener and a perspective that all our minds should be introduced to. I got caught up in the rebellion, I got caught up in Katniss’s passion, I got caught up in the fire of the games. The title of this book is perfect. You have to know what it’s like, you have to read this book!
I love this book, it is so amazing. It’s a science fiction novel meant for young adults, but I would recommend it to anybody!
Hunger Games is very much a social commentary. Suzanne Collins has stated that part of the story is based on the TV show Survivor. Ever since then I have not been able to watch any reality TV without thinking about this book. Even watching the Olympics, with the opening ceremonies remind me of the opening ceremonies of the Hunger Games.
Yes, it is another post apocalyptic, revolutionary novel. It’s another great post apocalyptic, revolutionary novel. It will have you captivated within pages. I fell in love with the independent, smart, and quiet lead character Katniss in moments. Her name comes from the name of a plant, one that her dad used to gather in order to feed their family. Katniss’s family lives in one of the 12 remaining districts ruled by the Capitol. In her district, they are the coal miners, and one of the poorest of the 12 districts.
