The first novel in the worldwide bestselling series by Suzanne Collins!
Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun. . . . In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister’s place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
Matt Grandbois –
“The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins is a brilliantly crafted trilogy that is refreshingly unique. The unnerving, thrilling narrative indulges readers into an immersive experience, centered around the powerfully characterized protagonist, Katniss Everdeen. The book seamlessly blends themes of survival, stark societal differences, complicated human emotions and the profound concept of sacrifice. Collins’ dystopian world is richly detailed and her storytelling is evocative. “The Hunger Games” effortlessly engages readers in its frighteningly realistic narrative, leaving them on the edge throughout. This book is an enthralling, captivating milestone in the young adult genre and an absolute must-read for anyone seeking an explosive, thought-provoking literary experience.