genre: young adultIf you haven't read The Hunger Games already, I probably wouldn't read this review. Instead, I'd just get myself to the library and check myself out a copy of The Hunger Games so I could hurry and read that and then read this. As soon as possible.
Because WOW can Suzanne Collins write a zinger of an book. I love the political intrigue and the way that over and over again - she threw me for a loop. I loved the romantic interplay between Katniss and her boys (GO PEETA!!). I love that Katniss is still figuring out what she's got inside and that it's enough to make a huge difference. I love that she's sometimes so unlovable, but that she's still surrounded by people that DO love her. I also love, in a strange way, that Collins doesn't gloss over the death and the horror of the situation - the realistic light she shines on it makes us as horrified with the Capital and the President as she is. I love the realistic yet fantastical, futuristic yet present-day feel of the world she's created. Can you feel all the love?
If I wanted more after The Hunger Games - I want even more now. Fantastically fun reading.
4 comments:
Oh, I feel the love. Weigh in over at the Nook; I want to hear your spoiler-fied thoughts.
I was so surprised at how great Catching Fire was. So many sequels are flat and leave a lot to be desired. NOT THIS ONE!!! I loves the twists and turns and unexpected events in this book. I can't wait for #3. Talking to my friend last night about it - she thinks Gale with end up a martyr and Katniss will end up with Peeta. Who knows? Works for me though.
I hear you on the comment you made on my review. It's not that I hate cliff hangers, it's just that I really really like books that feel complete on their own, even in a series. I'm for Peeta too! I'll talk more on the Nook.
alright i m not reading the review and i m going to get to get this Hunge Games!
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