The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Hunger Games
Book Review: A Gripping Book!!
Summary: 5 Stars
"The Hunger Games" is an excellent book that grabs hold of you and never lets you go. I was awake at night reading it. I was absorbed into the book's post-apocalyptic world. It is impossible not the sympathize with the main character, Katniss. The writing style is excellent and the plot is well formed.
This book has something for everybody. It has action and gore, fashion, romance, and even a few tear-jerking moments.I cried, laughed, and cheered. When you're done with the book, you're left craving for more. I'll buy the sequel!
By the way, this is one of the first books I bought on my Kindle. It looks great on my Kindle's "page". It's great that you can download the first few chapters as a sample, so there's no regrets.
I recommend this book to everyone!!
Book Review: A Humbling Indulgence
Summary: 5 Stars
I was addicted to the story from just the first few pages (and that never happens to me). I was also very humbled by this story. Makes me feel grateful for what relatively little I have in my life. A lesson many children need to learn. I found myself yearning for more...can't wait until the sequel!
This book is great for adults, so don't let the YA classification deter you from reading this book! I also don't think it was too brutal for the YA audience - I would rate it PG-13 with strong parental caution.
Book Review: A Logan's Run for today's Teen. Worthy for Adults too.
Summary: 5 Stars
I debated whether to get this book because of some of the negative reviews regarding the subject matter. On a friend's insistance I bought it and I'm glad I did.
1. This is a YA book appropriate for 13 and up I would guess. The writing is very engaging and thought provoking and would appeal to many adults, especially women (the lead character is female) and those who like futuristic, survivalist, apocalyptic tales. It reminded me of Logan's Run if you are old enough to remember the 1970's film and tv show.
2. It gets 5 stars not because it is groundbreakingly inventive or the best book ever written but because it is a simple tale constructd incredibly well. It is a page turner and I finished it in 2 days.
3. Regarding the subject matter: I will try not to be a spoiler here. It is not as gruesome and barbaric as I thought it would be. Killings are justified on behalf of the lead character - we are with her in spirit when she does what she has to do. Nothing is gratuitous.
4. I did laugh a few times at the plot, especially in the first third of the book. But if you can get over some of the over the top stuff, it is an enjoyable ride. and for any thinking person, there's a real trilogy here and you can begin to guess and wonder on how it will unfold in future books.
Book Review: A MUST READ!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This book waz amazing!! U definitly need 2 read it. It's definitly one of my favorites if not my favorite book. It's a little slow at 1st but once you get n2 it u rlly get n2 it. I couldn't put this book down. READ IT!!Book Review: A MUST Read!
Summary: 5 Stars
When a friend first told me about The Hunger Games I thought, "yuck!" No way, was I going to read it.
The way she described it made it sound like a gladiator-style, Survivor (the TV show) type book. I didn't want to waste my time with it. I mean, I just had read all the Twilight books and was mourning the loss of them and I wanted and needed something great to fill the void.
She persisted and eventually won. I read them. I have loved the book ever since.
Why do I love it so? Katniss. She is why I love the book.
Katniss is a strong, resourceful, dependable, confidant, yet naive and a very strong-willed girl. Who wouldn't love those qualities? She also loves her sister Prim and would do anything for her, which is evident throughout the book. The most notable is when Katniss takes Prims place in the reaping. Katniss also doesn't realize it, but she has an effect on people. People from the Hob, her friend Gale, and Madge the mayor's daughters, to her fellow tribute, Peeta all of whom hold her in high regard. Overall, she is a survivor.
I also have a special place in my heart for Peeta. He is a wholesome, respectable, sweet-hearted young man who cares deeply for Katniss. It melted my heart when I read about the bread he burned for Katniss and the punishment he endured. It also broke my heart to learn that he was never given a gift in the arena, treated as if he was expendable.
Suzanne Collins does an exceptional job of writing a heart-wrenching story set in a dystopian society, where hunger prevails and punishments are severe.