This is a futuristic story where the rulers of Panem pit two young people from each of the twelve districts against one another annually in a televised survival competition. It is a fight to the death where only one person survives. The competitors really don't have a lot of say about whether or not they want to participate. The government requires that their name goes into the drawing every year once they turn 12 years old. They are not safe again until they turn 18.
The author as taken our society's fascination with Real TV and turned it into a story the is very engaging and thought provoking. The development of the main character, Katniss, is so wonderfully written that you can't help but cheer her on during her quest. I really hope this book shows up on a Missouri award list next year. It is a winner in my book!
P.S. It is slated to be a trilogy. I can't wait for the next one to come out.
Mrs. G
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