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violetagouveia's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
sam_reads7's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
charmainekim's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
ashley_eliza's review against another edition
5.0
This was a FANTASTIC reread. I don’t think I fully appreciated just how good this book was when I read it in middle school for the first time. I definitely do now! I really appreciate how skillfully Collins spun the story from Katniss’ perspective. 10/10, would read again (and I just did
noooootalie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I didn't write a review when I read this 9 years ago, but here's my review for my 2024 reread:
given the premise this is a bit odd to say, but this was a really comforting reread. I’ve been a bit stressed from adult life and I wanted something that reminds me of simpler times, and this hit the spot.
given the premise this is a bit odd to say, but this was a really comforting reread. I’ve been a bit stressed from adult life and I wanted something that reminds me of simpler times, and this hit the spot.
bethaniekay's review against another edition
5.0
I wasn't sure what to expect with this book. It's technically in the "tween" genre -- yet, the way it was explained to me, it seemed like it would be some sort of an odd mix of Survivor meets Mad Max in a post apocalyptic, futuristic dystopian society. Honestly, it didn't sound all that appealing.
Boy was I wrong. This book was incredible, and once I started, I couldn't put it down. The author writes beautifully, with such descriptiveness, you feel as if you're there, experiencing and feeling everything with the characters. I was afraid the story would have too much war, savagery and hunger, and whereas it certainly does include some of that, there's so much more -- humor, humility, friendship, wisdom, common sense, political angst, compassion, and even love (ah, young love). I found some of the characters irresistibly likeable, and others despicable, and wanted to keep reading not only because the writing style is like a roller coaster, but because I really wanted to know what would happen to all those involved.
The ending wasn't really an ending -- it was more of a pause in the story, but that's okay with me because a friend loaned me all 3 books in the trilogy, so I can immediately start the next one :)
All in all, an excellent read. I'll be recommending this to many friends.
Boy was I wrong. This book was incredible, and once I started, I couldn't put it down. The author writes beautifully, with such descriptiveness, you feel as if you're there, experiencing and feeling everything with the characters. I was afraid the story would have too much war, savagery and hunger, and whereas it certainly does include some of that, there's so much more -- humor, humility, friendship, wisdom, common sense, political angst, compassion, and even love (ah, young love). I found some of the characters irresistibly likeable, and others despicable, and wanted to keep reading not only because the writing style is like a roller coaster, but because I really wanted to know what would happen to all those involved.
The ending wasn't really an ending -- it was more of a pause in the story, but that's okay with me because a friend loaned me all 3 books in the trilogy, so I can immediately start the next one :)
All in all, an excellent read. I'll be recommending this to many friends.
amyinvegas's review against another edition
4.0
Reminded me of Twilight - because of its' popularity and writing. However, I hated Twilight, but I really enjoyed this. Very interesting story - the writing won't win any awards, but it was delicious to read.
heddas_bookgems's review against another edition
5.0
“I want to do something, right here, right now, to shame them, to make them accountable, to show the Capitol that whatever they do or force us to do there is a part of every tribute they can't own.”
Every year in a place called Panem The Capitol, ruler of 12 districts, hosts a show to control all districts: The Hunger Games. From each district a boy and girl is chosen between the age twelve and eighteen to partake in this deadly event that’s aired live all over Panem. In the 74th Hunger Games Katniss Everdeen, from District 12, volunteers to take the place of her twelve-year-old sister Prim Everdeen. Before she leaves she promises Prim that she will win!
The Hunger Games are almost legendary. Everyone has read the books or seen the movies. But I never read these books. So finally I read one of these books. Why? Why did I wait so long to read this?! It was so good! It’s perfectly paced and kept me on the edge of my seat for almost the entirety of the book. But besides this it wasn’t a book with just only excitement. Although it was exciting, at the same time you felt guilty for enjoying being this excited about an awful and patriarchal society that likes to dominate the poor. Not only does it creates a good illustration of corruption and power its also a wonderfully example of a powerful and strong female. One that is perceived as being worthy by only being beautiful, but she shows she kicks some real butt.
So, it’s no surprise that I totally loved it. An absolute new favorite and I can’t wait to continue with the serie.
Every year in a place called Panem The Capitol, ruler of 12 districts, hosts a show to control all districts: The Hunger Games. From each district a boy and girl is chosen between the age twelve and eighteen to partake in this deadly event that’s aired live all over Panem. In the 74th Hunger Games Katniss Everdeen, from District 12, volunteers to take the place of her twelve-year-old sister Prim Everdeen. Before she leaves she promises Prim that she will win!
The Hunger Games are almost legendary. Everyone has read the books or seen the movies. But I never read these books. So finally I read one of these books. Why? Why did I wait so long to read this?! It was so good! It’s perfectly paced and kept me on the edge of my seat for almost the entirety of the book. But besides this it wasn’t a book with just only excitement. Although it was exciting, at the same time you felt guilty for enjoying being this excited about an awful and patriarchal society that likes to dominate the poor. Not only does it creates a good illustration of corruption and power its also a wonderfully example of a powerful and strong female. One that is perceived as being worthy by only being beautiful, but she shows she kicks some real butt.
So, it’s no surprise that I totally loved it. An absolute new favorite and I can’t wait to continue with the serie.
boboboah's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5