The Hunger Games Book Review
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins book review and recommendation with NO SPOILERS
Date: 12-14-24 Post Written By: MK Overall Rating: 9.1/10
Book Cover Rating: 6.9/10
(My personal opinion)
Title: The Hunger Games
Author: Suzanne Collins
Pages: 374
Genre: Young Adult, Science Fiction
Subplots: Romance
Series: The Hunger Games #1
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
First Published: 2008
Number of Editions: 518
Goodreads Rating: 4.35/5
Number of Goodreads Ratings: 9,631,954
Amazon Rating: 4.7/5
Number of Amazon Ratings: 99,371
Common Sense Media Age Recommendation: 13+
Book Type: Standard
Hook: Ever since ‘North America’ became Panem, everything has changed. Now, it is separated into twelve districts plus the capital. Each district is required by law to send two teenagers- one girl and one boy- to fight for their lives for the Capitol’s entertainment. Katniss is unlucky enough to participate in the games this year. For her whole life she has been learning to survive- hunting to find food for her family, navigating a dangerous district, and working every day to try not to die. She honestly doesn’t think she has a shot. But somehow, she really does become a competitor. But, in order to win, that means everyone else, will need to die.
Overall Book Rating: 9.1/10
I would strongly recommend this book
Review: I finally understand why this book has been SO popular for SO many years. I’ve heard about this book for years and years but never read it. I’ve NEVER liked the idea of kids being forced to brutally kill each other in an arena. But…. I finally decided to read it (and I’m THRILLED I did!!). This book was about so much more than that!! The book was beautifully written, even though the topic can be dark. I loved the characters way more than I thought I would, especially Katniss. I really liked the plot too and how detailed it was. There were no slow or dull moments (DEFINITELY not). This book kept me up literal HOURS later at night than I thought I would stay up. I was SO tired the next morning but it was definitely worth it 😊. This book was amazing, and if you still haven’t read it (I understand not wanting to, but I certainly regret not reading it for so long), so I STRONGLY recommend you read it too.
Main Characters:
Katniss Everdeen- Katniss is the main character of this book. She’s from District 12. She is strong, bold, and determined. She will do anything to protect the ones she loves, and is fiercely loyal. She’s also amazing at hunting with a bow and arrow.
Peeta Mellark- Peeta is also from District 12. He is the baker’s son. He is strong and protective.
Gale Hawthorne- Gale and Katniss have been friends for years. He is great at using snares. He is more reserved, but still loyal, protective, and from District 12.
Character Rating: 9.9/10
Setting:
This book takes place in a country called Panem. It is North America, in the future, after the ocean water level has risen over part of the land. The continent now has 13 districts (plus a capital city), each of which has a different general “job.” The beginning of the book takes place in District 12.
Setting Rating: 9.7/10
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Suzanne Collins lives in Connecticut
She has written over ten books
She has sold over 100 million copies of her books.
She has worked on multiple Nickelodeon shows
For more information, view Suzanne Collins’s website: suzannecollinsbooks.com/index.htm
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