Sunday, February 15, 2009

Hunger Games


" Each Year in the ruins of North America, 24 teenagers are forced to enter the Hunger Games. Only one survives. Every moment is televised." -Scholastic on Hunger Games

I just finished reading Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. WOW! I absolutely loved it. Great story, unique idea, thoroughly thought provoking and beautiful writing. I highly recommend it to all! It is the first in a trilogy but we have to wait for the second, Catching Fire, until September 1st (can't wait!!).

Franki (at A Year of Reading) talks about Hunger Games here

It is also the Cybils Young Adult winner. See complete list here

5 comments:

Katie Dicesare said...

ok, can I borrow it?

Gina said...

Sounds like a great book. Would you recommend it for 5th grade, or is the subjet matter a little too intense?

Abby said...

Hi Gina.
It really depends on the student but I would say it is more appropriate for older students. It is pretty intense subject matter and has violent scenes. You should definitely read it and see what you think!

Karen said...

I loved this book! Glad to hear I'm in good company!

September cannot come soon enough! :)

Karen said...

I could not put this book down once I started it! Amazing imagery throughout!