idk_indigo 's review for:

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

4.5

emotional hopeful tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Not as good as the first 2, but I thought this book was beautifully written. The hopeful ending sticks with you, a blessing after the horrors you hear happened during the war. An exploration of trauma, how it sticks with you, & how you can (& will) heal from it. A good example that healing comes from helping, not from hurting, & that it is okay to be angry & it is okay to want revenge, but ultimately, these things will fade. Human nature is to love, & that comes in many different forms.  

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Fire/Fire injury

Moderate: Child death, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Murder, War

Minor: Alcoholism, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Torture, Death of parent