A review by talknerdybookblog
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

adventurous emotional sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

Representation: Black Supporting Character(s)

Mature Themes:

• Teenagers drink alcohol but not to the point of intoxication
• Drug use discussed 
• Sexual content doesn’t surpass kissing


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Starvation
• Depression
• Parental neglect
• Death of family member
• Murder
• Parental abuse 
• Death including slow death by animals (eaten alive) 
• Gore
• Knife violence 
• Discussion of corporal punishment, including whipping
• Medical trauma
• Animal death (birds, fish, deer, and more for food)


Ending:
A mix between HFN and mild cliffhanger