A review by audrey01_c
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

adventurous inspiring reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Ok so that was a ride. The first time I read this book I was 13 and I focused on the loved story because it seemed tragic. Now, being 20, I saw so many other themes that just flew over my head. The massive divide between the rich and the poor, how the capitol wants to pitch the people of the districts against each other, self identity, marketing and PR, family, etc. It is a book that is still very relevant today and if I could I would implement it for highschoolers to read it because it can lead to many discussions about politics, fairness, and the role of money within society. Overall if you are doubting to read this book because read it when you were young and you are worried it didn’t age gracefully, don’t and just pick it up! 
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